Efforts are being made to preserve the tradition of Andhra Ammai Puku Bommalu, with organizations and government initiatives aimed at promoting and supporting artisans. These initiatives include providing training and resources to artisans, as well as promoting the dolls through cultural events and exhibitions.
In ancient Andhra, the worship of mother goddesses such as , Durga , and the local Katta Mata was central to village life. Small terracotta or wooden figurines— bommalu —were crafted as offerings, placed on household shrines, or used in seasonal rites. These early “dolls” were not toys; they were embodiments of divine feminine power, believed to safeguard the family and ensure fertility. Andhra Ammai Puku Bommalu
Andhra Ammai Puku Bommalu is a festival celebrated during the auspicious occasion of Navratri, a nine-day celebration dedicated to Goddess Durga. The festival is observed with great enthusiasm in the temples and households of Andhra Pradesh, particularly in the rural areas. The tradition involves the creation of beautiful dolls, known as "Bommalu," which are decorated and worshiped as a representation of Goddess Durga. Efforts are being made to preserve the tradition