“Bathukamma festival is incredibly close to my heart, the liveliest festival around. I absolutely love celebrating it with my dear grandparents in their village during the energetic Dusshera season. These ten days bring me immense joy. Sarvapindi and bakshalu (sweet ) are my all-time favorites, and I eagerly look forward to savoring them. My grandparents always surprise me with lovely new clothes for the festivities. The happiness of decorating flowers, alongside my mom, grandma, and aunts, is something I hold dear. I’m even learning the Bathukamma songs for the tenth day celebration, enhancing my festive spirit. Wishing everyone a joyful Bathukamma, filled with love and smiles.”