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6. Banni Festival, Devaraguttu, Andhra Pradesh
Celebration Dates: October 20–21, 2026
The Banni Festival at Devaraguttu in Kurnool district is an 11-day religious celebration associated with Lord Mala Malleswara Swamy and Goddess Parvathi. Its defining event takes place on Vijayadashami night.
Key Dates and Events
- Oct 20 — Vijayadashami and Banni Utsavam
- Oct 21 — Festival Conclusion
What Travellers Can Experience
The main attraction is the midnight Banni Utsavam, a traditional religious ritual associated with a mythological battle.
During the ritual, devotees traditionally clash wooden or bamboo sticks as part of the ceremony. It is a physically intense religious ritual and can result in injuries, so visitors should maintain a safe distance and follow local instructions.
Unlike Delhi and Kota, the defining attraction here is not Ravana Dahan, but the traditional Banni ritual.
