Devotees smear turmeric on one another as part of the sacred tradition during the annual Yellamma Kalyanotsavam at Sri Yellamma Pochamma Devasthanam, Balkampet, Hyderabad, Telangana, on 21 July 2026.
The annual Yellamma Kalyanotsavam at Sri Yellamma Pochamma Devasthanam in Balkampet, Hyderabad saw large numbers of devotees participate in the traditional turmeric-smearing ceremony on 21 July 2026.
Worshippers at Sri Yellamma Pochamma Devasthanam, Balkampet, observed the time-honoured turmeric ritual on 21 July 2026, honouring Goddess Yellamma during the Kalyanotsavam — a celestial wedding celebration held annually at the temple.
A devotee carries a decorated traditional offering as part of the Yellamma Kalyanotsavam festivities at Sri Yellamma Pochamma Devasthanam, Balkampet, Hyderabad, Telangana, on 21 July 2026.