Dussehra 2026 | Hyderabad, Oct. 20: Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) president and former Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao (KCR) celebrated Dussehra with traditional rituals at his residence in Erravelli village of Siddipet district on Tuesday.
The celebrations were held in the presence of Vedic priests, who conducted special prayers and religious ceremonies associated with Vijayadashami.
KCR performed Vahana Puja (vehicle worship) and Ayudha Puja (worship of tools and equipment) as part of the festivities, following the customs traditionally observed during Dussehra.
Several members of his family and senior BRS leaders participated in the celebrations.
Dussehra 2026 | KCR Performs Special Dussehra Pujas
The former Chief Minister began the festivities by participating in traditional religious rituals under the guidance of Vedic scholars.
As part of the Vijayadashami celebrations, KCR performed special prayers to vehicles and equipment, seeking blessings for prosperity, protection and success.
The rituals were conducted in accordance with the traditional customs associated with Dussehra.
KCR also offered special prayers to the Shami tree, popularly known as the Jammi tree in Telangana.
The worship of the Jammi tree holds particular significance during Vijayadashami celebrations across the state.
Dussehra 2026 | KTR, Family Members Attend Celebrations
The Dussehra celebrations at KCR’s Erravelli residence were attended by several members of his family.
KCR’s wife Shobha participated in the religious ceremonies alongside other family members.
BRS working president K. T. Rama Rao (KTR) also attended the celebrations with his wife Shailima and son Himanshu Rao.
Several senior leaders of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi were present during the festivities.
The family members joined KCR in observing the traditional rituals and celebrating the festival.
Dussehra 2026 | Special Worship of Jammi Tree
One of the highlights of the celebrations was KCR’s special worship of the Shami tree.
The tradition of worshipping the Jammi tree is an important part of Dussehra festivities in Telangana.
Devotees offer prayers to the tree and exchange Jammi leaves, which are symbolically regarded as gold.
The custom represents goodwill, prosperity and respect for elders.
KCR followed the traditional practice by performing special prayers to the sacred tree during the celebrations.
Dussehra 2026 | KCR Extends Dussehra Greetings
Following the religious ceremonies, KCR extended Dussehra greetings to family members, party leaders and others who attended the celebrations.
He conveyed his festive wishes to those present at the Erravelli residence.
The gathering reflected the importance of Vijayadashami in Telangana’s cultural and religious traditions.
Dussehra is celebrated as a symbol of the victory of good over evil and is associated with prayers for happiness, prosperity and success.
Dussehra Celebrations at Erravelli Residence
KCR’s Erravelli residence in Siddipet district has frequently served as the venue for family gatherings and traditional religious observances.
The former Chief Minister celebrated this year’s Vijayadashami with his family members and close political associates.
The celebrations included Vedic rituals, vehicle worship, Ayudha Puja and special prayers to the Jammi tree.
The festivities concluded with KCR exchanging Dussehra greetings with those present and extending his wishes for happiness and prosperity.
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