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Mysuru Kambala: Buffaloes reach finish line in 13 seconds to secure Dasara tickets
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News18•09-10-2026, 17:07
Mysuru Kambala: Buffaloes reach finish line in 13 seconds to secure Dasara tickets
- •The first-ever Mysuru Kambala will be held on October 18 and 19 as part of the world-famous Mysuru Dasara festival.
- •Around 170 pairs of buffaloes have been selected for the Mysuru event after qualifying by reaching the finish line in just 13 seconds during trials in Miyar.
- •Owners and runners are conducting daily practice sessions to enhance running speed and competitive capability for the grand event.
- •Vehicles carrying the Kambala buffaloes will begin their journey from Puttur on October 17 and are expected to receive a grand welcome in Mysuru by evening.
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Buffaloes qualified for the Mysuru Kambala by reaching the finish line in 13 seconds during selection rounds held in Miyar, Karkala. A total of 170 pairs have been selected, split evenly with 85 pairs in the senior category and 85 pairs in the junior category.
The inaugural Mysuru Kambala is scheduled to take place on October 18 and 19, with events starting at 9 AM at the Kambala sports ground near VTU College, Sathagalli, Mysuru.
Owners of participating buffaloes must submit a prescribed application form along with necessary documents including their Aadhaar card, bank account details, and photographs.
