Huligemma Devi Rathotsava Celebrated with Enthusiasm in Koppal District
Religious fervour, enthusiasm mark Huligemma Devi Rathotsava at Huligi
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The Rathotsava of Sri Huligemma Devi in Huligi village, Koppal district, Karnataka, was celebrated with great fervour on May 11, 2026. Thousands of devotees gathered for the annual chariot festival, which featured a grand procession and prayers, attended by local dignitaries and enhanced by extensive security measures.
- 01The Rathotsava took place on May 11, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.
- 02Devotees from Koppal and surrounding districts participated in the festival.
- 03The procession featured a decorated chariot carrying the idol of Goddess Huligemma.
- 04Local dignitaries, including Rajashekhar Hitnal and Hemalatha Nayak, attended the event.
- 05Extensive police security was arranged to ensure the festival's smooth conduct.
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The Rathotsava of Sri Huligemma Devi, the presiding deity of Huligi village in Koppal district, Karnataka, was celebrated on May 11, 2026, with immense religious fervour. The annual chariot festival began at around 5:30 p.m., attracting a large gathering of devotees from Koppal and neighboring districts, including Vijayanagara, Ballari, Gadag, and Raichur. Participants witnessed the grand procession featuring a decorated chariot carrying the idol of Goddess Huligemma, which was pulled through the traditional route and returned after reaching Padagatte. The atmosphere was filled with chants of “Udo Udo Huligemma,” enhancing the spiritual environment. Dignitaries such as Lok Sabha member Rajashekhar Hitnal and Member of Legislative Council Hemalatha Nayak were present, offering special prayers. To ensure safety, elaborate police arrangements were made under the supervision of Superintendent of Police Ram L. Arasiddi.
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