Kambala - rural sport of coastal Karnataka

[parijataka]

Kambala is a buffalo race run in water filled rice fields after the harvest has been done, from November to March.

Kambala
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Kambala (Tulu: ಕಂಬಳ) is an annual Buffalo Race (he-buffalo) held traditionally under the auspices local land lords and households (Aramane,Beedu,Guthu/Mane, Dodmane) or Patel of village, in coastal Karnataka,India. The Kambala season generally starts in November and lasts until March. Since the last two decades nearly 18 kambalas are held under the banner of Kambala Samithi (Kambala Association). As of now, more than 45 he-buffalo races are held annually in Coastal Karnataka, even in smaller remote villages like Vandaru, Gulvadi etc.

Last image, of handsome villager especially for @roma ji..

Also, read this interesting post on kambaLa

 

[roma]

Kambala is a buffalo race run in water filled rice fields after the harvest has been done, from November to March.

Kambala
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Kambala (Tulu: ಕಂಬಳ) is an annual Buffalo Race (he-buffalo) held traditionally under the auspices local land lords and households (Aramane,Beedu,Guthu/Mane, Dodmane) or Patel of village, in coastal Karnataka,India. The Kambala season generally starts in November and lasts until March. Since the last two decades nearly 18 kambalas are held under the banner of Kambala Samithi (Kambala Association). As of now, more than 45 he-buffalo races are held annually in Coastal Karnataka, even in smaller remote villages like Vandaru, Gulvadi etc.

Last image, of handsome villager especially for @roma ji..

Also, read this interesting post on kambaLa

all of the above definitely not my style
i prefer more bengali and gujerati looking or afghan-indian types ( eg male version of celina jaitley ) - and must be wearing suit and tie !!
- at least when we meet !
http://bollycels.blogspot.pt/2011/10/celina-jaitley.html

 

[Tolaha]

Good one @parijataka!

Just to add some info. Kambala is quite organised, like cricket tournaments! They have got rules and different types of formats/awards. It is conducted in different parts of Tulunadu (Mangalore-Udupi region). And they have rules that restrict whipping of the buffaloes to a certain degree. Like all traditional sports/arts, interest in Kambla is fast waning.

Adding pics from Google Image search:

From Mulki Kambla:

 

[Azaad]

The Kambala Festival in Karnataka is a captivating and enthralling event that occurs annually. This ancient festival has been an essential cultural occasion celebrated for centuries in the southern Indian state of Karnataka. It is a celebration of the buffalo race event, known as Kambala, that transpires on the drenched paddy fields of the state, making it a unique and distinct celebration. At its core, the Kambala Festival is a celebration of Karnataka’s rich tradition and heritage, a prospect for locals and tourists to immerse themselves in the state’s dynamic culture, exclusive customs, and picturesque natural landscapes. The festival attracts a swarm of visitors from around the world, all eager to witness the buffalo race and participate in the festivities, making it a popular and sought-after event.

Schedule for Kambala 2023-24: Click Here

I'm waiting for some genius to correct you by stating this isn't Karnataka's heritage but Tulu Nadu's heritage & then the REAL Kambala out here would commence . What say @Master Chief