{
  "id": 13961882,
  "title": "Atukula Bathukamma celebrations held at Lalitha Kala Thoranam in Hyderabad",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/atukula-bathukamma-celebrations-held-at-lalitha-kala-thoranam-in",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-12T13:06:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Hindu",
    "slug": "the-hindu",
    "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Hyderabad/atukula-bathukamma-celebrations-held-at-lalitha-kala-thoranam-in-hyderabad/article71571981.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On Sunday, October 11, the Telangana Tourism Department hosted the 'Atukula Bathukamma' festivities at Lalitha Kala Thoranam in Hyderabad, aiming to celebrate the state's cultural heritage and traditional art forms. This vibrant event underscored the importance of Bathukamma, Telangana's renowned floral festival, which pays tribute to womanhood, cultural customs, and the bond between people and nature. The program encompassed a variety of cultural performances, with a standout Kuchipudi dance display that enthralled the audience with its fluid movements and expressive narratives. In addition, traditional Dappulu presentations added to the festive spirit, highlighting the dynamic nature of Telangana's folk arts. By organizing such events, the Tourism Department seeks to preserve and promote the state's intangible cultural heritage, offering visitors and the public a glimpse into Telangana's unique customs, traditional arts, and classical dance forms, according to an official statement.",
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}