Archive · 19 Jul 2026
Ashada Bonalu Festival Begins in Hyderabad
The Ashada Bonalu festival has started in Hyderabad.
It's a big celebration that lasts for a month.
The first offering, called 'Bonam,' was made to Goddess Sri Jagadambika Mahankali at Golconda Fort.
Thousands of people are visiting the temples to take part in the festivities.
There will be special events each Sunday at different places, like dance performances and a wedding ceremony for the Goddess.
The temples are beautifully decorated, and the government has made sure everything is safe and organized for the visitors.
The Ashada Bonalu festival began with the first 'Bonam' offering to Goddess Sri Jagadambika Mahankali at Golconda Fort.
The festival will continue for a month with major events scheduled each Sunday at different locations in Hyderabad.
Thousands of devotees are visiting the temples, which are decorated with lights and have arrangements for smooth celebrations.
Key highlights include dance performances by Pothurajus, Ghatam procession, and Rangam with prophecies.
The government and temple committees have made arrangements for law and order, and traffic management.
- Who
- Devotees from across Telangana
- What
- Ashada Bonalu festival
- When
- Began on Thursday, continues for a month
- Where
- Hyderabad, primarily at Golconda Fort
- Why
- To honor Goddess Sri Jagadambika Mahankali and celebrate Telangana's culture
- Festival Name
- Ashada Bonalu
- Main Deity
- Goddess Sri Jagadambika Mahankali
- Location
- Golconda Fort, Hyderabad
- Duration
- One month
- Key Events
- Bonam offerings, dance performances, Ghatam procession, Rangam