Bhogi Festival 2026: Grand Celebrations in AP, Telangana Mark Sankranti Start

• Bhogi festival is being celebrated with enthusiasm across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, marking the start of Makar Sankranti festivities.
• Traditional Bhogi bonfires are lit to burn old items, symbolizing the shedding of the old and welcoming the new, bringing prosperity.
• Visakhapatnam GVMC has imposed restrictions on bonfires on roads, advising against burning plastic and rubber for pollution control.
• A special ritual, Bhogi Pallu, involves elders blessing children by pouring Regi fruits, flowers, and coins on their heads for health and longevity.
• The festival includes decorating homes with rangoli, wearing new clothes, preparing traditional sweets, and farmers celebrating with harvested crops.

Why It Matters: Bhogi Festival 2026 sees grand celebrations in Telugu states, blending tradition with environmental awareness.