Bathukamma Festival

Bathukamma Festival is a floral festival celebrated by the women folk of Telangana. Read more about Bathukamma Festival, History, Dynasty, Latest News.

Bathukamma Festival

Bathukamma Festival Latest News

Recently, in Telangana, the celebrations of Bathukamma Festival, organised by the state Government, have set two new Guinness World Records.

About Bathukamma Festival

  • Bathukamma is a floral festival celebrated by the women folk of Telangana.
  • History Behind Bathukamma
    • The term “Bathukamma” translates to “Mother Goddess Come Alive”, reflecting the divine feminine energy and protection.
    • Folklore connects the festival to legends of Goddess Gauri and her miraculous survival as well as King Dhramangada and Queen Satyavati of the Chola dynasty. 
    • Historically, the Kakatiya dynasty emphasized Bathukamma as a celebration of feminine strength and agricultural prosperity.
  • Every year this festival is celebrated usually in September–October of the Gregorian calendar.
  • It is celebrated for nine days during Durga Navratri and the 9-day festivities will culminate on “Saddula Bathukamma” or “Pedda Bathukamma” festival.
  • Bathukamma is followed by Boddemma, which is a 7-day festival.
  • It has been declared as the Telangana State Festival. 

Source: News On Air

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