Dussehra and Rathotsava Celebrated in Belagavi with Traditional Rituals
Dussehra was celebrated with joy in Belagavi on October 20, 2026. The annual Rathotsava, the car festival of Sri Venkata Raman temple, took place in the old city, marking over 200 years of tradition. Family members of the Patils performed pooja, and palanquins carrying deities like Venkatramna, Maruti, and Jotiba were paraded. The Simolanghana border-crossing ritual was held at Vidya Niketan grounds, attracting diverse participants. A mass lunch was also organized during the festivities.
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