India
Mysuru Kambala trial run clears way for 150 pairs
The Hindu·
A Kambala trial run with two buffalo pairs at Sathgalli near Mysuru passed smoothly Thursday, The Hindu reported. Organiser Ashok Rai said 150 pairs will race October 18 and 19 with free entry. Winners receive 16 grams of gold and runners-up 8 grams. Minister Yathindra Siddaramaiah will inaugurate races at 9 a.m. Sunday. Races continue until 8 p.m. Monday.
Prism
What It Means For You
- Spectators need no pass to watch day and night races at the Sathgalli track this weekend.
- Owners of 100 additional pairs who sought slots were turned away under the 150-pair government cap.
- District administration arranged food and rest for buffalo owners travelling from Kushalnagar.
What's Happening
- Puttur MLA Ashok Rai heads the Kambala Organising Committee overseeing Mysuru preparations.
- Races are scheduled through 8 p.m. Monday after the Sunday morning inauguration.
- Film actor Rishab Shetty was invited though Rai said confirmation was pending.
Prizes and schedule for Mysuru Kambala
- The government limited participation to 150 buffalo pairs despite higher owner interest.
- Gold prizes are 16 grams for winners and 8 grams for runners-up, with participation certificates.
- Buffaloes travel from Mahalingeshwara Temple with a three-hour break in Kushalnagar.
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