Dhruva College of Design and Graduate Studies brought Bonalu to life with color, creativity, and cultural pride. This wasn’t only a festival, it was a powerful blend of Telangana tradition, student innovation, and devotion to Goddess Mahankali.

What Is Bonalu?

Every year during Ashada Masam, Telangana celebrates Bonalu, a vibrant festival dedicated to Goddess Mahankali. Women offer Bonam, a pot filled with rice, jaggery, and turmeric to express gratitude and seek blessings. Originating in Hyderabad and Secunderabad, the festival reflects deep spiritual and cultural roots.

Dhruva Campus Turned into a Living Canvas

Our students transformed the campus into a stunning festive landscape. They design eco-friendly Bonam pots, decorated spaces with traditional Telangana motifs, and curated performances that honored both heritage and design excellence. We didn’t celebrate Bonalu, we reimagined it through the eyes of budding designers.

Dance, Devotion, and Design

We invited the campus community to witness electrifying folk dances, Pothuraju performances and the thunderous dappu beats that echoed through every corridor. Students wore traditional attire and performed rituals with energy and grace, bringing the spirit of Mahankali to life.

Tradition Meets Innovation

Our design students didn’t only follow tradition, they elevated it. From sustainable decor to original art installations, every creative choice paid tribute to Telangana’s rich culture while pushing the boundaries of modern design. They used biodegradable materials, dyes, and locally sourced elements, showcasing how tradition can meet sustainability in the most meaningful way.

Community First

Bonalu at Dhruva College of Design and Graduate Studies brought students, faculty, and local artists together. Everyone played a role, whether performing, designing, decorating, or organizing. The celebration reminded us how art and tradition unite people, spark ideas, and create lasting memories.

Conclusion:

At Dhruva College of Design and Graduate Studies, we didn’t only celebrate Bonalu, we redefined it. Our students blended tradition with creativity, turning rituals into art and devotion into design. The festival reminded us that culture isn’t static it evolves, thrives, and inspires new ideas when we engage with it wholeheartedly.

We honor Goddess Mahankali through music, dance, and design. We also celebrate our shared identity and community spirit. From eco-conscious decor to vibrant performances, every detail reflected our commitment to heritage, innovation, and inclusivity. Bonalu at Dhruva College of Design & Graduate Studies wasn’t an event, it was a movement. We invite you to join us in the coming years to witness how the next generation of designers continue to breathe life into the traditions of Telangana.