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Natural Holi colours workshop in Indore: free training from Feb 22 at Jimmy McGilligan Centre

Natural Holi Colours Training Indore
Natural Holi Colours Workshop Indore: Free Training at Jimmy McGilligan Centre | Tina Khatri

Sustainable Living • Indore

Natural Holi colours workshop in Indore: free training from Feb 22

By TINA KHATRI | February 21, 2026

A week-long natural Holi colours training programme in Indore will begin on February 22 at


the Jimmy McGilligan Centre for Sustainable Development. The workshop, led by social worker Janak Palta McGilligan, focuses on eco-friendly and chemical-free celebrations.

Feb 22–27 Dates
10:00 AM Daily Time
Free Entry Fee

Focus on Eco-Friendly Celebrations

The training will teach participants how to prepare natural dry and wet Holi colours using flowers, leaves, and fruits such as roses, bougainvillea, ambadi, palash, sindoor, parijat, poi, and beetroot.

“The objective is to train people to celebrate Holi in a manner that is safe for health and the environment. Replacing artificial colours with biodegradable alternatives reduces environmental damage and protects public health.”
— Janak Palta McGilligan, Director

Open to All Age Groups


This natural Holi workshop is open to everyone, whether for personal use or for those interested in starting eco-friendly ventures. McGilligan urged people to adopt sustainable habits that preserve traditions for future generations.

Quick Event Guide

  • 📍 Venue: Jimmy McGilligan Centre, Indore
  • 📅 Duration: February 22 - 27
  • ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
  • 📧 Join: Confirm via email to Janak Palta McGilligan
Jimmy McGilligan and Padma Shri Janak Palta

Join the free week-long natural Holi colour-making workshop at Jimmy McGilligan Centre, Indore. Learn eco-friendly techniques from Janak Palta McGilligan starting Feb 22. No registration fee
Keywords: Organic Holi Colours Indore, Janak Palta McGilligan Workshop, Sustainable Living Madhya Pradesh, Chemical-free Holi, Indore Training Programs.

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