Hyderabad: The Sri Jagadamba Mahankali Golconda Bonalu celebrations will be held from June 26 to July 24, drawing large crowds of devotees to the city for the annual festival.
Bonalu pujas will be observed on the following dates:
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1st Pooja: June 26, 2025
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2nd Pooja: June 29, 2025
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3rd Pooja: July 3, 2025
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4th Pooja: July 6, 2025
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5th Pooja: July 10, 2025
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6th Pooja: July 13, 2025
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7th Pooja: July 17, 2025
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8th Pooja: July 20, 2025
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9th Pooja: July 24, 2025
In view of the large gatherings anticipated for each pooja, the Hyderabad Traffic Police has announced traffic diversions, designated parking areas for devotees, and helpline services to manage expected congestion.
Commuters are advised to be cautious on the following routes leading to Golconda Fort, which are likely to experience significant traffic buildup during the festival days.
The following routes are expected to witness heavy traffic during the Bonalu festival:
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Ramdevguda to Golconda Fort via Makkai Darwaza
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Langar Houz to Golconda Fort via Fateh Darwaza
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Shaikpet Nala/Seven Tombs to Golconda Fort via Banjara Darwaza
Authorities have advised regular commuters to avoid these routes between 8 AM and 11 PM from June 26 to July 24 to prevent inconvenience during the festival period.
The following parking zones have been designated for devotees approaching Golconda Fort via Makkai Darwaza from Ramdevguda:
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2-Wheelers: Ashoor Khana to Army Sentry Post
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4-Wheelers: Artillery Centre, Ramdevguda and Ashoor Khana, Golconda
Commuters are also advised that Setwin buses will be permitted only up to the Ashoor Khana parking area.
Parking Arrangements for Golconda Bonalu 2025
To accommodate the large number of devotees, the Hyderabad Traffic Police has set up dedicated parking zones along major routes leading to Golconda Fort:
From Langar Houz via Fateh Darwaza:
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2-Wheelers: MCH Park (Fateh Darwaza), Golconda Bus Stop, Alhira School
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4-Wheelers: Area Hospital, Golconda
From Shaikpet via Banjara Darwaza:
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2-Wheelers: By-lane on Golf Club Road
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4-Wheelers: Hockey Ground, Owaisi Ground, Deccan Park (Seven Tombs)
Devotees are kindly requested to park only in the designated areas and proceed on foot to the Fort to ensure smooth movement and avoid congestion.
To manage the anticipated crowd surge, the Hyderabad Police will be actively stationed across key zones.
For traffic-related assistance or to report congestion, commuters may call the Hyderabad Traffic Helpline at +91 9010203626.
Live traffic updates will also be shared through the official Hyderabad Traffic Police handle on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter).
Authorities have urged citizens to maintain coordination and remain calm while navigating congested routes to ensure a smooth, safe, and joyful Bonalu celebration for all.