India
Telangana’s Deepavali Celebrated with Tradition and Leadership Visits
By PTI
On Sunday, November 8, 2026, people across Telangana celebrated Deepavali with traditional fervor. They wore new clothes, offered prayers at temples and indoors, decorated homes with lamps and flowers, and set off fireworks. Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, Union Coal Minister G. Kishan Reddy, Union Minister of State for Home Bandi Sanjay Kumar and other leaders greeted the public on the occasion. In a post on X, the Governor urged people to celebrate with love, compassion and a spirit of service, noting that Deepavali symbolizes the victory of light over darkness. He called on everyone to spread happiness, support the underprivileged, promote indigenous products and celebrate safely.
Governor Shukla, accompanied by his wife Janaki, visited the Bhagya Lakshmi temple at Charminar. The temple trustee Shashikala and the priests welcomed the couple, who offered prayers and performed special pujas for the deity. The priests later presented them with teertha prasadam (sacred water). The Governor expressed hope that the country and Telangana would prosper under the Goddess’s blessings, and that people would enjoy happiness, peace and good health.
Chief Minister Reddy wished that the radiance of the Festival of Lights would fill every home with happiness and prosperity. He urged people to celebrate with joy and enthusiasm, lighting lamps in their homes and surroundings. The CM also appealed to protect the environment during the festivities and to prevent untoward incidents while bursting crackers, calling on all, especially children and youth, to celebrate Deepavali in a safe and joyful environment.
Frequently asked questions
Who visited Telangana during the Deepavali celebrations?
Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, Union Coal Minister G. Kishan Reddy, Union Minister of State for Home Bandi Sanjay Kumar and other leaders.
What did Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla do at the Bhagya Lakshmi temple?
He visited the temple at Charminar with his wife Janaki, offered prayers, performed special pujas, and received teertha prasadam from the priests.
What message did Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy share about the festival?
He wished the radiance of Deepavali would fill homes with happiness and prosperity, urged people to celebrate joyfully, protect the environment, and ensure safety during fireworks, especially for children and youth.