What is the meaning of Bathukamma festival?

Mother Goddess come Alive
Bathukamma, that means ‘Mother Goddess come Alive’ is celebrated towards the end of monsoon and heralds the abundance that nature has to offer. The festival begins on the day of Mahalaya Amavasya, and is celebrated with much fanfare for nine days.

How do we celebrate Bathukamma festival?

The unique festival of flowers in Telangana. Bathukamma is a colourful and vibrant festival of Telangana and celebrated by women, with flowers that grow exclusively in each region. This festival is a symbol of Telangana’s cultural identity. Bathukamma comes during the latter half of monsoon, before the onset of winter.

How does Bathukamma benefit nature?

Various flowers in Bathukamma symbolize the true spirit of Unity in Diversity. Bathukamma also espouses the philosophy of what comes from nature goes back to nature. The flowers are collected from the nature and sent off into the natural water bodies. World has borrowed and learnt a lot from Indian culture.

What are the 9 names of Bathukamma?

Following is the list of names for each day and the naivedyam offered on that day.

• Engili Pula Bathukamma.
• Atkula Bathukamma.
• Muddapappu Bathukamma.
• Nanabiyyam Bathukamma.
• Atla Bathukamma.
• Aligina Bathukamma.
• Vepakayala Bathukamma.
• Vennamuddala Bathukamma.

Why is Bathukamma considered a festival of feminine felicitation?

‘Bathukamma’ means ‘Mother Goddess come Alive’ and the patron goddess of womanhood Goddess Maha Gauri-‘Life Giver’ is worshipped in the form of Bathukamma. It is the festival for feminine felicitation. The festival represents the spirit of Telangana and is celebrated for nine days during Dasara.

How many days do we celebrate Bathukamma?

nine days
Bathukamma is celebrated for nine days during Durga Navratri. It starts on the day of Mahalaya Amavasya and the 9-day festivities will culminate on “Saddula Bathukamma” or “Pedda Bathukamma” festival on Ashwayuja Navami, popularly known as Durgashtami which is two days before Dussehra.

What does the festival celebrate?

Festivals are an expressive way to celebrate glorious heritage, culture and traditions. They are meant to rejoice special moments and emotions in our lives with our loved ones. They play an important role to add structure to our social lives, and connect us with our families and backgrounds.

Which flower is used in Bathukamma festival?

There are many flowers which are used for making of ‘Bathukamma’ (floral conical mound) but there are some important flowers among them is Thangedu puvvulu (Cassia auriculata), Gunugu puvvu (Celosia), Banthi puvvu (Marigold), Chamanthi puvvulu (Chrysanthemum), Gummadi puvvulu (Cucurbita), Vaama puvvulu (Ajwain) etc..

What are the flowers used in Bathukamma?

How many days we celebrate Bathukamma?

Bathukamma is celebrated for nine days during Durga Navratri. It starts on the day of Mahalaya Amavasya and the 9-day festivities will culminate on “Saddula Bathukamma” or “Pedda Bathukamma” festival on Ashwayuja Navami, popularly known as Durgashtami which is two days before Dussehra.

Why is Bathukamma in cone shape?

During Bathukamma festival the women folk arrange colorful seasonal flowers in a cone shaped structure on a wide plate, place a small idol of Goddess Gowri (Parvati) made of turmeric paste on top of the floral cone and worship Her. Such a unique way of flower arrangement during the festival, is known as Bathukamma.

What does Bathukamma symbolize for Telangana people?

Bathukamma means ‘Mother Goddess come alive’ and the festival represents the cultural spirit of Telangana, symbolizing the patron Goddess of womanhood. The festival is also regarded as the Spring Festival of Goddess Gauri.

What is the importance of Bathukamma festival in Telangana culture?

Bathukamma festival represents the importance of telangana culture. This festival is celebrated with exotic colorful flowers , from the last 3 years it has been became Telangana cultural Identity. There is an old saying that this festival is celebrated to Worship the Nature. There are lot of versions of stories about bathukamma festivals.

What is the difference between Boddemma and Bathukamma festival?

Boddemma festival that marks the ending of Varsha Ruthu whereas Bathukamma festival indicates the beginning of Sarad or Sharath Ruthu. Bathukamma represents cultural spirit of Telangana.

How many days is Bathukamma celebrated in a year?

Every year this festival is celebrated as per Sathavahana calendar for nine days starting Bhadrapada Pournami (also known as Mahalaya Amavasya or Pitru Amavasya) till Durgashtami, usually in September–October of Gregorian calendar. Bathukamma is celebrated for nine days during Durga Navratri.

What is the importance of Bathukamma in Hinduism?

When Bathukamma is immersed into ponds or lakes in large number, it cleanses the water and helps the environment. The word Bathukamma means “Come Alive Mother Goddess ”. Women worship Maha Gauri in the form of Bathukamma made with seasonal flowers that have medicinal values.