State government is organizing the decennial celebrations of the Telangana State Formation Day in a grand manner on June 2. A colorful tapestry of State handloom, art and craft, games, and special culinary expo will replace the bustling road traffic in the hot weather on Tank Bund on Saturday (June 1) and Sunday (June 2), to celebrate the 10 years of Telangana State Formation on June 2. The Tank Bund Road in Hyderabad which witnessed the visible glory of ‘Million March’ for separate State in 2011, will now displays some 80 stalls along its embankment.
While June 2 (Sunday) will be a special day, officials are making arrangements for the various stalls on Tank Bund to be open for visitors from Saturday onwards.
With the Election Commission of India (ECI) giving permission to hold the Telangana Formation Day celebrations, the authorities have decided to hold a carnival showcasing the culture of the state on the occasion, which will be celebrated on June 2. The carnival will be held at Tank Bund in the evening showcasing the state’s rich cultural heritage. In addition to this, stalls serving cuisines unique to the state, among others will add verve to the ambience.
Showcasing the Deccan Culture:
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy will pay floral tributes to Telangana martyrs at Gun Park to mark decennial celebrations. As part of the state formation day, the Chief Minister will unfurl the national flag at Parade Grounds receive the guard of honour of the police forces, besides releasing the State song on the occasion.
A flag march with the national flag by 5000 state police personnel, each one holding a national flag and moving in rhythm with the new State anthem (official song) ‘Jaya Jaya he Telangana’ will be a special attraction. This standout programme would stand out as an iconic event of the day. Artistes on the celebration route will also showcase the classical Janapada and Deccani culture.
Folk lore Culture is a Special Attraction:
A folk-style 'dance ballet' highlighting the glory of Telangana through its unique festivals and fairs like Bathukamma, Bonalu and Sammakka Jatara is going to be a special attraction in the cultural extravaganza that will be held on June 2 at Tank Bund.
The State Formation Day events, will however, begin at Parade Grounds, Secunderabad, starting in the forenoon. The official presentation by the State executive, with the attendance of special guests and invitees, is being made in an elaborate manner.
