Hyderabad, July 14 (Maxim News): The Hyderabad Bonalu 2026 celebrations will witness extensive security arrangements as the Hyderabad City Police prepare for the month long Ashada Bonalu festival beginning on July 16.
City Police Commissioner C.V. Anand, IPS, has directed officials to ensure comprehensive security, effective crowd management, and smooth traffic regulation so that devotees can celebrate the festival peacefully until August 13.
The Commissioner reviewed the security arrangements through a video conference with senior police officers from the Telangana Integrated Command and Control Centre (TGICCC) at Banjara Hills.
The meeting focused on preparations for major Bonalu temples, including Golconda Fort, Balkampet Yellamma Temple, Sri Ujjaini Mahankali Temple in Secunderabad, and Lal Darwaza Mahankali Temple, which attract lakhs of devotees every year.
Hyderabad Bonalu 2026 Security Focuses on Crowd Safety and Women’s Protection
During the review, C.V. Anand said the first 15 days of the Hyderabad Bonalu 2026 celebrations, beginning with the Golconda Bonalu, will be the most crucial.
The Commissioner directed She Teams to maintain continuous surveillance to prevent harassment, eve teasing, chain snatching, mobile phone theft, and pickpocketing during the festivities.
Police will also implement comprehensive traffic management plans around temples and procession routes to minimise congestion. Officials have been instructed to ensure the smooth conduct of Bonalu processions, Pothuraju performances, and Ghata processions by deploying adequate personnel at sensitive locations.
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