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Kittur Festival Inaugurated in Belagavi District to Honour Queen Chennamma
The cultural Kittur Utsav, celebrating Karnataka’s historic legacy and the bravery of Queen Kittur Chennamma, was officially launched today in Belagavi under the leadership of local farmers.
The Kittur Festival was officially inaugurated today in Belagavi district with great pomp, marking the start of a cultural programme that commemorates the state’s proud history and the valour of Queen Kittur Chennamma.
Organised under the leadership of farmers and prominent farmer leaders from the district, the event aims to showcase the region’s rich heritage through performances, exhibitions and other cultural activities.
The festival, titled “Kittur Utsav,” is intended to revive public memory of the heroic queen’s resistance against colonial forces and to foster a sense of pride among the local community.
Officials and participants expressed confidence that the celebration will strengthen cultural ties and highlight the contributions of the agricultural community to Karnataka’s social fabric.
Organised under the leadership of farmers and prominent farmer leaders from the district, the event aims to showcase the region’s rich heritage through performances, exhibitions and other cultural activities.
The festival, titled “Kittur Utsav,” is intended to revive public memory of the heroic queen’s resistance against colonial forces and to foster a sense of pride among the local community.
Officials and participants expressed confidence that the celebration will strengthen cultural ties and highlight the contributions of the agricultural community to Karnataka’s social fabric.