BRS president and former chief minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao extended Bathukamma greetings to the people of Telangana on the opening day of the nine-day festival. He described Bathukamma as a reflection of Telangana’s culture, traditions and women’s self-respect.
The popular Lashkar Bonalu festival commenced at the Ujjaini Mahakali Temple in Secunderabad on Sunday, drawing thousands of devotees, especially women. Long queues, traditional Potharaju and Shivasattulu performances, and visits by dignitaries marked the vibrant celebrations.
In Jagtial, preparations are complete for Hanuman Chinna Jayanthi celebrations at Kondagattu Anjaneyaswamy Temple from April 1–3. Around three lakh devotees are expected, with extensive arrangements, security measures, and facilities organized for the annual jatara
Hyderabad came alive on Sunday with the commencement of Bonalu festivities in the city. Featuring the 'Thottelu', 'Phalaram bandi', and 'Bonam', commenced from Langar Houz and proceeded towards Golconda Fort.
Medaram Jatara, a three-day tribal fair set to begin on February 21. Meanwhile, the Telangana state government has allocated Rs. 110 crore for the Jatara.
