Saddula Bathukamma festival celebrations began with grandeur across Karimnagar district on Wednesday. The festivities were held in the district center, various divisions, villages, and mandal headquarters.

Leaders from different political parties, corporators, and officials enthusiastically participated in the festival. Women prepared to arrange Bathukamma with various types of flowers.

The Bathukamma festival is a symbol of Telangana's culture and traditions. The nine-day festival culminates with the grand celebration of Saddula Bathukamma on the final day.

On this day, women decorate Bathukamma with colorful flowers, gather around them, sing songs, and perform dances. In the evening, the Bathukamma idols are immersed.