Bonalu 2026
Monday, 10 August 2026Public Holiday
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Monday, 10 August 2026
Tithi 27
Names in regional scripts
About Bonalu
Telangana state festival honouring Goddess Mahankali. The festival spans four Sundays in Ashadha–Sravana months with processions across Hyderabad: first at Golconda Fort's Sri Jagadamba Mahankali Temple, then Secunderabad's Ujjaini Mahakali, Lal Darwaza in the Old City, and neighbourhood temples. Women carry "bonam" — a decorated pot of rice, jaggery, and curd — on their heads as an offering to the Mother Goddess. The date shown is the gazetted Telangana public holiday, declared on the Monday after the final celebration Sunday.
Tithi: Tithi 26 · Type: regional · Fasting: Not central to this festival
Bonalu dates (2025–2029)
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 21 Jul | Monday |
| 2026This year | 10 Aug | Monday |
| 2027 | 26 Jul | Monday |
| 2028 | 17 Jul | Monday |
| 2029 | 6 Aug | Monday |
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Acharya Suryakanth Subramaniam | Parashari JyotishFrequently asked questions
When is Bonalu 2026?
Bonalu 2026 falls on Monday, 10 August 2026. Tithi 26
What is the significance of Bonalu?
Telangana state festival honouring Goddess Mahankali. The festival spans four Sundays in Ashadha–Sravana months with processions across Hyderabad: first at Golconda Fort's Sri Jagadamba Mahankali Temple, then Secunderabad's Ujjaini Mahakali, Lal Darwaza in the Old City, and neighbourhood temples. Women carry "bonam" — a decorated pot of rice, jaggery, and curd — on their heads as an offering to the Mother Goddess. The date shown is the gazetted Telangana public holiday, declared on the Monday after the final celebration Sunday.
Is Bonalu a public holiday?
Yes, Bonalu is observed as a gazetted public holiday in India. Most government offices, banks, and many private businesses remain closed.
Do you fast on Bonalu?
Fasting is not the central ritual of Bonalu. The day is celebrated with feasts, prayers, and family gatherings.
When will Bonalu be celebrated next year (2027)?
Bonalu 2027 will be celebrated on Monday, 26 July 2027.