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As part of the cultural events hosted at IIT Hyderabad from 5th to 8th October, we were delighted to present a curated show of Koyya Bommalata, the traditional string puppet theatre of Telangana. The performance offered delegates an immersive experience of this age-old storytelling art form, blending folklore, music, and craftsmanship.

In addition to the performance, we also conducted a hands-on workshop on Cheriyal Mask Painting, introducing participants to the unique art tradition of Telangana. Attendees explored the process of painting with natural colours, learning the intricate techniques that go into creating these expressive masks.

The event aimed to celebrate and preserve India’s rich cultural heritage while providing participants with an opportunity to engage directly with traditional artisans and practices.

🌼 Grand Success of Laksha Pasupu Kommula Pooja 🌼
Organized by Sri Sathya Sai Seva Samithi – Tarnaka, Secunderabad

On 6th August 2025, the Sri Sathya Sai Seva Samithi – Tarnaka hosted the spiritually enriching Laksha Pasupu Kommula Pooja at Marri Krishna Hall, Tarnaka, drawing hundreds of devotees in a vibrant celebration of devotion and unity.

The day began at 6:00 AM with the serene chanting of 21 Omkarams and Suprabhatam, setting a divine tone for the day. This was followed by Rudra Seva and a light breakfast for the participants.

The main pooja commenced with the powerful chanting of the Sai Gayatri, followed by Ganapathi Homam and Mandala Archana. The highlight of the event was the offering of 1,00,000 Pasupu Kommula (turmeric cones) to Goddess Durga, invoking her blessings for peace, prosperity, and spiritual upliftment.

Devotees from across the city gathered with heartfelt devotion, creating an atmosphere of bliss, energy, and divine grace. The pooja concluded with collective bhajans and the distribution of Maha Prasadam to all attendees.

This sacred gathering was a shining example of spiritual unity, selfless service, and devotional fervor. A heartfelt thanks to all the devotees, volunteers, and samithi members whose tireless efforts ensured the grand success of this divine event.

Jai Sai Ram 🙏

Option 1

For a yellow colour, you can combine gramme flour and turmeric in a 1:2 ratio. To ensure an even mixing of the ingredients, make sure to rub the mixture between your palms. To get a fine texture, you can then sieve the mixture through a strainer two or three times.

To create wet yellow colours, you can either add turmeric or boil marigolds in water. To achieve better colouring, make sure the turmeric is organic.

Option 2

For Holi, you will need the following ingredients to make yellow colour:

• Turmeric
• Water
• Rose water
• Cornflour

Steps:

• Add two tablespoons of turmeric powder to a cup of boiling water.
• Transfer the blend onto a sizable plate and allow it to cool down.
• Three cups of cornflour and two tablespoons of rose water should be added after it has cooled.
• Give it a thorough mixing to eliminate any lumps, then give it a single grind.

To make brown colour for Holi at home, you will need the following ingredients.

• Henna powder
• Amla powder
• Water

Steps:

• Combine one part powdered henna with three to four parts water and powdered amla.
• To even out the colour, dust with talc or cornflour powder.
• After spreading it out, let it dry on a tray.

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Option: 1

For a dry green colour, you can combine henna powder with rice flour or maida. To get wet colours, mix it with water. Recall that henna combined with water can stain your skin and clothing. 

Option: 2

For Holi, you will need the following ingredients to make green colour:

• Henna powder
• Spinach
• Coriander
• Cornflour or refined flour
• Water

Steps:

• To make a dry green colour for Holi, mix henna powder with refined flour.
• The result will be a dry green colour that is smooth and natural.
• Grind the greens with water and strain them to get a wet green colour.
• Combine cornflour with the remaining juice. Till the colour is uniform, thoroughly mix.
• Spread it out and allow it to dry in the sun.
• Pour it through a fine strainer after it has dried.