Bonalu Celebrations Begin in Old City, Hyderabad

The traditional Bonalu celebrations commenced in the old city and surrounding areas on Sunday, July 20. The festival is celebrated during the month of Ashada Masam, which is around July and August.

Bonalu, derived from the Telugu word “Bhojanalu,” meaning meals or feasts, is a traditional Hindu festival celebrated primarily



in Telangana. It is dedicated to Goddess Mahakali, symbolising strength and protection.

The festival is marked by women carrying beautifully decorated pots filled with offerings such as rice, jaggery, and curd, which are presented to the goddess as a form of thanksgiving for her blessings and protection from diseases and calamities.