The historic lanes of Hyderabad's Old City were immersed in faith and festivity as the Bonalu celebrations at Lal Darwaza reached their vibrant peak on Sunday. Thousands of devotees, especially women dressed in traditional finery, gathered at the revered Sri Simhavahini Mahankali temple to offer Bonam to the goddess. The rhythmic beats of dappu drums echoed across the area, transforming the neighborhood into a scene of spiritual energy and cultural pride.