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“Bathukamma”- The Festival of Telangana

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Bathukamma, also known as Bathukuamma, is a widely celebrated festival in the state of Telangana. It takes place between the months of September and October, coinciding with the arrival of the spring season. This festival is alternatively referred to as Aswiyuja and culminates two days prior to Dussera or Dushera, specifically known as Durgastami or "Saddula Bathukamma." Alternatively, it might be referred to as "Pedda Bathukamma". Boddemma is a week-long celebration that ensues after the conclusion of the Bathukamma festival. Bathukamma marks the commencement of the Sharath Ruthu season, whereas Boddmma signifies the conclusion of the Varsha Ruthu season. Bathukamma is the embodiment of the essence of Telangana. This festival has emerged as a significant component of the cultural revival movement in Telangana and has been officially recognized as a state festival. Bathukamma is a distinctive ceremonial practice that commences with the vibrant display of flowers an...

"Bathukamma" and its Significance

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''Bathukamma Bathukamma Uyalo, Bangaru Bathukamma Uyalo'' Bathkamma, often referred to as Bathukamma, is a widely celebrated festival in the state of Telangana, occurring throughout the months of September and October, which coincides with the arrival of the spring season. This period is commonly referred to as Aswiyuja and culminates two days prior to the festival of Dussera, known as Durgashtami. Bathukamma represents the embodiment of the cultural essence and identity of the Telangana region. The festival has emerged as a significant component of the cultural revival movement in Telangana and has just been designated as the official state festival in the newly established state. Bathukamma is a distinctive ceremonial practise that pays homage to the natural environment, first with the vibrant display of flowers and culminating in the immersion of floral arrangements in water bodies. The aforem...