Andhra Association Sankranthi Celebrations Conclude with Grand Success
Brisbane: The Andhra Association celebrated the traditional festival of Sankranthi with grand success, bringing together the Telugu community for a vibrant event that beautifully showcased the rich cultural heritage of Andhra Pradesh. The celebrations commenced with a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony, led by Mrs Sudha Sankar, AAQ Spiritual Coordinator, setting an auspicious tone for the event.
The programme featured a wide range of traditional activities enjoyed by people of all age groups. Colourful kite flying added excitement to the festivities, while the Rangoli competition highlighted creativity and artistic talent among participants.
Children played a central role in the celebrations through the traditional Bogipallu (blessing ceremony), during which elders showered blessings upon young children, creating a joyful and heart-warming atmosphere. Another major attraction was the Bommala Pelli (dolls’ marriage), which brought age-old customs to life and delighted both children and adults alike.
A special highlight of the event was the Gobbiamma celebrations, where women sang traditional folk songs and danced in circles around the Gobbiamma, recreating the authentic village ambience of Sankranthi. The cultural programme was further enriched by a couples’ ramp walk, during which participants proudly showcased traditional Indian and Andhra attire.
Adding to the cultural authenticity of the celebrations, live roosters, symbolising Andhra tradition, were displayed and became a popular attraction, with children especially enjoying the opportunity to take photographs with them.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from families, youth, women, and children, reflecting the strong unity and cultural pride of the Andhra community. The celebrations concluded on a memorable note, with over 760 attendees enjoying a traditional Andhra lunch, which received widespread appreciation for its authentic flavours and warm hospitality.
The event also drew attendees from Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, and Toowoomba, highlighting the growing reach and unity of the Andhra community across Queensland.
The Andhra Association expressed heartfelt gratitude to all volunteers, organisers, and sponsors whose dedication and teamwork ensured the smooth and successful execution of the event. Association representatives emphasised that such celebrations play a vital role in preserving cultural traditions and strengthening community bonds among the Telugu diaspora in Australia.
The Sankranthi celebrations ended with joy, togetherness, and cherished memories, reinforcing pride in Andhra culture and heritage.
