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Mysuru Dasara Kambala Named 'Vijaya-Dashami'; 160 Buffaloes to Arrive from 273 km Away!
- •For the first time, the traditional Kambala sport will be held in Mysuru as part of the world-famous Dasara festival.
- •A 'Jodukare Kambala' named 'Vijaya-Dashami' is scheduled for October 18 and 19.
- •Around 150 to 160 pairs of selected buffaloes are expected to participate from the coastal region.
- •A trial run with 5 pairs of buffaloes will be conducted on October 15 to ensure safety and track readiness.
- •Winning buffaloes will receive gold prizes: 16 grams for first place and 8 grams for second place in the senior category.
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The double-track Kambala event during the Mysuru Dasara festival has been named 'Vijaya-Dashami' and is scheduled to be held on October 18 and 19, 2026.
On October 16, 2026, the buffaloes will gather at the Sri Mahalingeshwara Temple in Puttur and travel in special vehicles. To prevent travel stress through the ghats, they will rest in Madikeri for 2 to 3 hours with provided fodder, food, and water, followed by a complete day of rest in Mysuru on October 17.
Public entry to watch the Mysuru Kambala is completely free. Organizers have planned gallery seating for about 15,000 people, an open viewing area for 5,000 attendees, free passes issued in three daily batches, and special tourist access to the buffalo tying area. Over 25 lakh visitors are anticipated to attend the festival.
