
Telangana is all set to start its colorful Bathukamma festivities today, September 21, 2025, Sunday, opening nine days of festive fervor throughout the state. Warangal's Thousand Pillar Temple has been gorgeously dressed for the inaugural procession, marking the auspicious beginning of the festival. Top leaders such as Tourism and Culture Minister Jupally Krishna Rao, Endowment Minister Konda Surekha, and Panchayat Raj Minister Seethakka Anasuya are taking part in the opening ceremony.
Chief Minister Revanth Reddy-led government has taken steps to ensure that the celebration of this year is made on a grand scale with programs aimed at fostering communal harmony. Minister Jupally pointed out that Bathukamma is all about celebrating Telangana's rich tradition and culture, which is so closely related to nature. He wished the Telangana children in advance and prayed that the blessings of Bathukamma overflow into the lives of all Telangana residents, bringing joy and prosperity.
Bathukamma Festival Timings (From Today)
Sunday, September 21 (Today)
Thousand Pillar Temple, Warangal: Bathukamma opening in the evening
Hyderabad Suburbs: Morning sapling plantation campaign
Monday, September 22
Shilparamam, Hyderabad
Pillamarri, Mahabubnagar
Tuesday, September 23
Buddhavanam, Nagarjunasagar, Nalgonda
Wednesday, September 24
Kaleshwara Mukteshwara Temple, Bhupalpally
City Center, Karimnagar
Thursday, September 25
Bhadrachalam Temple, Kothagudem, Khammam
Jogulamba Alampur, Gadwal
State Art Gallery, Hyderabad: Bathukamma Art Camp (Sept 25–29)
Friday, September 26
Ali Sagar Reservoir, Nizamabad
Adilabad and Medak
Necklace Road, Hyderabad: Morning Cycle Rally
Saturday, September 27
Necklace Road & Tankbund, Hyderabad: Women's Bike Rally (Morning)
IT Corridor, Hyderabad: Evening Bathukamma Carnival
Sunday, September 28
LB Stadium, Hyderabad: Attempt at Guinness World Record with a 50-foot Bathukamma by more than 10,000 women
Monday, September 29
People's Plaza, Hyderabad: Best Bathukamma competitions and Saras Fair by Self-Help Groups
Hyderabad: Resident Welfare Associations and Hyderabad Software Enterprises Association (HYSEA) programs
Tuesday, September 30
Tankbund, Hyderabad & Rangareddy: Grand Floral Parade, Vintage Car Rally, Bathukamma Lighting Floats, Ikebana Exhibition, and 3D Laser Map Show at Secretariat
With the perfect blend of age-old customs and contemporary celebrations, Bathukamma 2025 ensures nine days of cultural extravaganza. From floral decorations and art camps to rallies and record-breaking festivities, the festival unites people from all sections of society to witness the essence of Telangana culture
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