-Pics : Vishwas, Barkur
In a grand celebration extending from December 16, 2023, to December 20, 2023, the annual festival at the Benzekudru Sri Kulamahastri Amma Devasthana in Barkur witnessed a grand procession of ceremonial offering, Hore Kannike today on 16/12/2023
Nadoja, Dr. G. Shankar, a notable personality and leader from Mogaveera Community led the procession for the presentation of offerings.
A captivating parade featuring vehicles from various organizations, village councils, adorned with flags, along with enchanting performances by artists in diverse mythical costumes, marked the welcoming ceremony. The procession, accompanied by rhythmic beats, progressed through the streets, creating a spectacular sight.
Groups such as the Mogavira Sanyukta Sabha, Mogavira Mahila Sangha, and Mogavira Yuva Sangha from Bennekudru and Barkur, along with representatives from village councils, enthusiastically participated in the procession. The event was graced by the presence of eminent personalities and leaders from the Mogavira community, adding a touch of grandeur to the impressive procession.
The vibrant march featured members of the Mogavira Sanyukta Sabha, Moogavira Mahila Sangha, Moogavira Yuva Sangha, and village council dignitaries, each group displaying unique enthusiasm and zeal. The procession was a visual spectacle, with participants dressed in traditional attire, holding aloft welcoming flags.
The parade, captured in striking photographs by Vishwas Barkur, showcased the cultural richness and community spirit as the procession wound its way through the streets. The elaborate display of unity and tradition during this annual celebration is a testament to the deep-rooted cultural heritage of the Moogavira community in Barkur.