Andhra Pradesh and Telangana Celebrate Bhogi Festival with Traditional Fervor

Andhra Pradesh and Telangana celebrated Bhogi, the first day of the Sankranti harvest festival, with traditional bonfires and religious devotion. Across villages and towns, people lit fires to discard the old and welcome the new, marking the start of harvest festivities. Leaders from both states extended greetings, emphasizing renewal and prosperity. The celebrations also highlighted concerns about the fading Haridasu tradition, with practitioners striving to preserve its cultural significance.