The eighth lucky draw of the ‘Telangana Today’ and ‘Namasthe Telangana’ Dasara Shopping Bonanza, held at Harsha Toyota showroom in Kondapur, Hyderabad, brought excitement and joy to participants. Ramana bagged the first prize, a 32-inch TV, while Ramya Sree won a smartphone as the second prize, and Yashas Raju received a gift voucher as the third prize.
Hosted by the advertising department of ‘Telangana Today’ and ‘Namasthe Telangana,’ along with Harsha Toyota’s senior management, the event added to the festive fervor. Harsha Toyota’s Group CEO, TS Prakartic, introduced a special “Double Dhamaka” offer for Dasara, ensuring shoppers enjoyed double rewards.
With a five-year partnership, Harsha Toyota has consistently supported this shopping bonanza, and the transparent process of prize distribution, praised by Charan Anand, ensures fairness. The event, a successful blend of festive shopping and brand engagement, highlights the boost to consumer enthusiasm and market sales during the Dasara season.
The eighth lucky draw of the prestigious ‘Telangana Today’ and ‘Namasthe Telangana’ Dasara Shopping Bonanza took center stage at the Harsha Toyota showroom in Kondapur, Hyderabad, on Wednesday. This much-anticipated event, which has consistently captured the spirit of the Dasara festival, delighted participants with exciting prizes and special offers, adding a dose of festive cheer to shoppers and contributing to the heightened shopping fervor in the city.
A Celebration of Festive Joy and Retail Excitement
The event, steeped in the cultural significance of Dasara, reflected the essence of community participation and consumer engagement that these shopping bonanzas aim to deliver. Over the years, ‘Telangana Today’ and ‘Namasthe Telangana’ have built a strong reputation for organizing grand events during the festive season, and the Dasara Shopping Bonanza has become a hallmark of this tradition. The eighth lucky draw, hosted at the esteemed Harsha Toyota showroom, lived up to its billing, with an enthusiastic crowd eagerly awaiting the announcement of winners.
Harsha Toyota, a trusted name in the automobile industry, has been a steadfast sponsor of the event for five consecutive years. Their association with ‘Telangana Today’ and ‘Namasthe Telangana’ has been mutually rewarding, fostering a sense of collaboration that benefits customers, businesses, and the community at large.
Winners and Prizes: The Highlight of the Event
The spotlight of the event shone brightly on the lucky winners of the eighth draw. Ramana, who claimed the coveted first prize, walked away with a brand-new 32-inch television, adding a significant dose of joy to his festive celebrations. For Ramya Sree, the second prize winner, the joy came in the form of a high-end smartphone, a valuable addition in today’s tech-driven world. Yashas Raju, the third prize winner, received a gift voucher, which will undoubtedly enhance his shopping experience during the festive season.
These prizes, sponsored as part of the Dasara Shopping Bonanza, reflect the organizers’ commitment to delivering value and excitement to the shoppers. The sheer variety of rewards and the opportunity to win further accentuated the shopping spree atmosphere, ensuring that participants not only enjoyed their purchases but also had the chance to take home something extra special.
Transparency and Integrity: Hallmarks of the Lucky Draw
One of the key reasons for the sustained success of the Dasara Shopping Bonanza is the transparent and fair manner in which the lucky draws are conducted. Over the past decade, ‘Telangana Today’ and ‘Namasthe Telangana’ have made it a point to uphold the highest standards of integrity in all aspects of the event, including the selection of winners. The eighth lucky draw was no different, as it was overseen by a team of reputable individuals from both the media and corporate sectors.
The draw was conducted by N Surender Rao, General Manager of the advertising department at ‘Telangana Today’ and ‘Namasthe Telangana,’ alongside Charan Anand, Manager, and Rajireddy, Deputy AGM. From Harsha Toyota, the distinguished guests included Group CEO TS Prakartic, Vice-President (Sales) Prashanth Pamulaparthi, and Marketing Head Suman Banerjee. Their presence not only added credibility to the event but also highlighted the importance of transparency in ensuring that the lucky draw maintained its fairness and authenticity.
Harsha Toyota’s “Double Dhamaka” for Dasara
Harsha Toyota’s contribution to the Dasara Shopping Bonanza went beyond just sponsorship. Recognizing the importance of this festival for both customers and the automobile industry, the brand launched its own special campaign – the “Double Dhamaka” – in conjunction with the event. This exclusive offer provided customers with double the benefits during their purchases, ensuring that they not only enjoyed the excitement of the lucky draw but also received additional perks when purchasing vehicles from Harsha Toyota.
Group CEO TS Prakartic expressed his enthusiasm for the event and emphasized how Harsha Toyota has always prioritized customer satisfaction, especially during key festive seasons like Dasara. He highlighted the importance of offering “double happiness” to customers through this special promotion. The “Double Dhamaka” offer, combined with the prizes and rewards from the Dasara Shopping Bonanza, created an irresistible proposition for shoppers, ensuring that the festival season was filled with both celebration and value.
Prakartic also reiterated Harsha Toyota’s long-standing association with the event, describing it as a valuable partnership that has contributed to mutual growth over the years. The festive season, he noted, has always been a pivotal time for automobile sales, and events like the Dasara Shopping Bonanza have provided the perfect platform to connect with customers on a deeper level, enhancing both brand loyalty and customer engagement.
The Role of Dasara in Boosting Consumer Sentiment
Dasara, a major festival in Telangana, is known for its cultural significance and the sense of renewal it brings. The festival, which symbolizes the victory of good over evil, is traditionally a time for new beginnings, including the purchase of new items for the home and family. This has a direct impact on retail and consumer sentiment, with many families choosing to invest in big-ticket items such as vehicles, electronics, and other high-value goods during the festive season.
Vice-President (Sales) of Harsha Toyota, Prashanth Pamulaparthi, noted the uptick in sales that the festival brings to the automobile sector. He observed that the 10-day Dasara festival period often sees a significant increase in the sale of vehicles, as customers take advantage of festive offers, discounts, and the auspicious timing to make their purchases. The combination of Harsha Toyota’s “Double Dhamaka” and the Dasara Shopping Bonanza further amplified this trend, creating a win-win scenario for both buyers and sellers.
Prashanth also lauded ‘Telangana Today’ and ‘Namasthe Telangana’ for organizing the lucky draw, stating that such initiatives provide an additional layer of excitement for shoppers. By offering prizes that complement the festive season, the event boosts consumer confidence and encourages more people to shop, which in turn helps retailers and brands achieve their sales targets during this crucial period.
A Decade of Successful Collaboration
Charan Anand, Manager of ‘Telangana Today’ and ‘Namasthe Telangana,’ took the opportunity to reflect on the success of the Dasara Shopping Bonanza over the past decade. He emphasized that the event has always been conducted with complete transparency, ensuring that both buyers and sellers benefit from the initiative. The lucky draws, held in the presence of sponsors and event partners, have consistently provided participants with exciting rewards, while the discounts and offers extended by companies have made it easier for customers to make purchases during the festive season.
Anand further highlighted the role of the media houses in creating a platform that connects retailers with their target audience in an engaging and meaningful way. The partnership with Harsha Toyota, he noted, has been particularly fruitful, as both brands share a common commitment to delivering value to customers. This alignment of values has helped the event grow year after year, making the Dasara Shopping Bonanza one of the most eagerly anticipated events in the city’s festive calendar.
The eighth lucky draw of the ‘Telangana Today’ and ‘Namasthe Telangana’ Dasara Shopping Bonanza, held at Harsha Toyota, was a resounding success, exemplifying the perfect blend of festive excitement, brand collaboration, and consumer engagement. With exciting prizes, transparent processes, and the added bonus of Harsha Toyota’s “Double Dhamaka,” the event truly embodied the spirit of Dasara, bringing joy and value to participants and creating a positive ripple effect in the retail and automobile sectors.
As the partnership between Harsha Toyota and ‘Telangana Today’ and ‘Namasthe Telangana’ continues to flourish, the Dasara Shopping Bonanza is set to remain a key fixture in the festive celebrations of Hyderabad, providing both customers and businesses with ample reasons to celebrate.

