HMDA to organise Bathukamma Carnival at Tank Bund on Oct 18

Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA) is set to organise ‘Bathukamma Carnival’ on the occasion of Saddula Bathukamma at Tank Bund on Sunday October 18 from 6 pm.

In a press release, the HMDA said the event will feature Bathukamma celebrations and cultural programmes showcasing Telangana’s artistic traditions, including Oggu Katha, Chindu Bhagavatam and Perini dance.

Stalls will offer food,



handicrafts, jewellery, handlooms, garments and traditional products, providing local artisans, craftspeople and entrepreneurs with a platform to display their skills and products, it said.

The carnival aims at promoting Telangana’s cultural heritage, supporting local enterprise and bringing people together to experience the region’s arts, crafts and cuisine, HMDA said, urging  residents and visitors to attend the festivities.