The annual Sri Bramarambha and Sri Mallikarjuna Jathre, also known as Mudukutore Jathre, that was scheduled to be held from Feb. 3 to 19 this year at Mudukutore Sri MallikarjunaSwamy Temple of Talakadu hobli in T. Narasipur taluk, has been cancelled owing to the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic and rise of Omicronvariant cases.
The Government has imposed restrictions and guidelines to control the spread of virus and has banned mass gatherings in Jathre, festivals and processions. Following all the curbs, the simple Jathre Mahotsava will take place inside the temple premises. Jathre Mahotsava will be held following all the COVID guidelines.
Devotees and cattle entries are banned to the Mahotsava, informed H.B. Natesh, Executive Officer of Sri Vaidyanatheshwara and Cluster Temples, following Deputy Commissioner’s order.
This post was published on January 30, 2022 3:30 pm