Archive · 27 Jun 2025
Bonalu Festival Kicks Off at Golconda Fort in Hyderabad
Bonalu, a festival in Telangana, has started!
People are offering special food to the Goddess Jagadamba at Golconda Fort.
There was a big parade with music, dancing, and people carrying offerings.
The government gave money and gifts, and important people like ministers and the police commissioner were there.
It's a time of tradition where everyone, including Muslims, comes together to celebrate, with the police keeping everyone safe.
Ashada Bonalu season has begun with devotees offering bonam at Golconda Fort.
Thousands of people and artisans participated in the traditional rituals.
A procession to the fort started from Langer Houz crossroads, including the idol of the deity.
The state government offered financial support and traditional items.
Security arrangements were managed by the Hyderabad Police Commissioner.
- Who
- Devotees, artisans, government officials, and the police.
- What
- Ashada Bonalu festival began with offerings to Goddess Jagadamba.
- When
- Thursday, marking the start of the Ashada Bonalu season.
- Where
- Golconda Fort, Hyderabad.
- Why
- To honor the Goddess Jagadamba and participate in the traditional rituals.
- Event
- Ashada Bonalu
- Location
- Golconda Fort, Hyderabad
- Deity
- Goddess Jagadamba
- Government Support
- Silk clothes, Bonam, and a cheque of `11 lakh
- Police Oversight
- Hyderabad Police Commissioner C.V. Anand