Sri Bhoothanatha Kreedotsava 2 from Feb 17 to 19

Mangalore, January 30: Sri Bhoothanatheshwara Kreedotsava-2 will be held from February 17 to 19 February 2012 in the fields adjacent to Shasthavu Sri Bhoothanatheshwara Temple, Badaga Yedapadav, Mijar, near here.

The event has evoked very good response from the village sports enthusiasts of coastal Karnataka after the registrations opened last week.

“So far we have received about 300 entries and we hope this time the participation will be much more than last year,” said Sri Vijaynath Shetty, the chief organizer of the Kreedotsava.

After the unprecedented success of the Kreedotsava last year, the organizers have included many more games to reach out to more number of village people. This year there will be competitions in 40 games spanning 64 categories with prize money aggregating to over Rs. 9 lakhs along with Gold, Silver and Bronze medals.

Chief Minister D V Sadananda Gowda has consented to inaugurate the Kreedotsava on February 17, at 7:30 a.m.

The Games

Kesarugadde Ota (Slush field Race), Kesarugadde Hagga Jaggata (Tug of War), Kasarugadde Nidhi Shoda, Naisargika Dehardadya (Natural Body Building), Cycle Race, Patreyalli Neeru Thumbuvudu (Filling Water in Vessel) etc which were popular last year will be continued this year too. This apart, interesting new items like Paduke Ota (Cater Pillar Race), Marakalu Ota, Angai Kalaga (Arm Wrestling), Kasarugadde Jana Kambala, Theppangai, Jataka Ota, Kutti Donne, Kothlai Bhandi etc are added so bring variety and attract more types of talent.

The objective of organizing the Kreedotsava is to boost the rural community life. Hence we have different items to appeal to all types of people and attract maximum involvement. To encourage families to participate we have couples-only games like Pathi Shoda and Jodi Kesarugadde Ota. For the children we have drawing competition, tyre race etc. There are also exclusive senior citizens categories for many of the games so that the elderly people too can take part, said Sri Vijaynath Shetty.

Animal husbandary is a part of village life and many people are passionate about it. For such people we have events like Alankrata Dhana (Best Decorated Cow) and Ati Sundara Koli (Best Looking Cock). We have also introduced Koli Ota, an innovative type of non-violent cock race.

Other types of rural talents that will be tested include Rangoli, Mundasu Kattuvudu (turban tying), Beedi Rolling, Mudi Kattuvudu (Mudi Rice Packing) and Thengina Gari Vinyasa (Coconut Leaf Design).

In line with the theme of village games, dress code is compulsory for all the players, with male players having to wear lungi and while the female players have to wear saree / churidar.

'Best Village' trophy

In order to foster village level unity and encourage the villagers to come together with 'We' feeling, a 'Best Village' trophy will be given to the village scoring the highest number of points based on the wins the villagers have earned in the different sporting events. The trophy comprises of cup and attractive prize money of Rs. 1,00,000 and Rs.50,000.

Manassuda Ullasogu Bodad Enchinala Malpuva

A special attraction is 'Manassuda Ullasogu Bodad Enchinala Malpuva', which is a talent show, where any individual or group having a special talent in any field may perform before the judges panel. This contest, which similar to Sony TV's 'Entertainment Ke liye Kuch Bhi Karega', will be staged on 17th February 7:30 p.m. onwards and the prize money is Rs. 25,000/-

Entertainment Programmes

There will also be entertainment programmes every evening including a Magic Show by Mega Magic Star Kudroli Ganesh for two and half hours on 18th February 7:30 p.m. onwards. Singer Raghu Dixit will be giving a live concert on February 7:30 p.m. onwards. Other additions to the programmes will be announced on 17th February morning after the inauguration.

Transport

On all 3 days, free bus services will be provided from Yedapadavu to Temple from the morning and from temple to Yedavpadavu, Moodbidri and Mangalore at night after games and functions are over. The temple is also at a walking distance from Mijar-Baithari bus stop.

Shasthavu Sri Bhoothanatheshwara Temple:

Shasthavu Sri Bhoothanatheshwara Temple is a 1500 year old shrine and the deity represented by three lingams on single platform is a unique feature of the temple. Following the total renovation and Brahmakalashotsava celebration in 2010, the temple has taken unique initiatives for upliftment of the village and for boosting the rural community life of Tulunadu region under the leadership of Sri Vijaynath Shetty.

Entry Forms

Sri Vijaynath Shetty, the chief organizer of the Sri Bhoothanatheshwara Kreedotsava has appealed to the rural folks to participate in the event in large numbers. “This year we have included many innovative games to appeal to all categories of people and I request everyone to join in this great effort to celebrate village life as villages are the backbone of our country,” he said.

Entry is open to all and people belonging to all castes, communities or religions are welcome. Entry Forms are available at the temple office. Last date for accepting registration is 10th February at 8:00 p.m.

Address: Shasthavu Sri Bhoothanatheshwara Temple, Badaga Yedapadav, Mijar, Mangalore 574267

Sports details and Entry Forms can be downloaded from our official website: www.bhoothanatheshwara.com

For further details contact: Sri Shubash Rao – 9742976886 / 0824-2012277 or Sri Radhakrishna Kotian – 9902965238. E-mail: [email protected]

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No cases yet, but vigilance high: Karnataka braces for Nipah threat

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February 3,2026

Bengaluru: Following reports of fresh Nipah virus (NiV) cases in West Bengal and heightened vigilance across parts of Southeast Asia, the Karnataka Health Department has placed the state on high alert and activated emergency preparedness protocols.

Health officials said enhanced surveillance measures have been initiated after two healthcare workers in Barasat, West Bengal, tested positive for the virus earlier this month. While no cases have been reported in Karnataka so far, authorities said the state’s past exposure to Nipah outbreaks and high inter-state mobility warranted preventive action.

Officials have directed district health teams to intensify monitoring, particularly at hospitals and points of entry, and to ensure early detection and isolation of suspected cases.

High Mortality Virus with Multiple Transmission Routes

Nipah virus is a zoonotic disease that can spread from animals to humans and has a reported fatality rate ranging between 60 and 75 per cent. Fruit bats, also known as flying foxes, are the natural reservoirs of the virus and can transmit it by contaminating food sources with saliva or urine.

Known modes of transmission include:

•   Contaminated food: Consumption of fruits partially eaten by bats or raw date-palm sap
•   Animal contact: Exposure to infected pigs or other animals
•   Human-to-human transmission: Close contact with body fluids of infected persons, particularly in healthcare settings

Symptoms and Disease Progression

The incubation period typically ranges from 4 to 14 days, though delayed onset has also been reported. Early symptoms often resemble common viral infections, making prompt clinical suspicion critical.

•   Initial symptoms: Fever, headache, body aches, fatigue, sore throat
•   Progressive symptoms: Drowsiness, disorientation, altered mental state
•   Severe stage: Seizures, neck stiffness and acute encephalitis, which can rapidly progress to coma

Public Health Advisory

The Health Department has issued precautionary guidelines urging the public to adopt risk-avoidance practices to prevent any local spillover.

Do’s
•   Wash fruits thoroughly before consumption
•   Drink boiled and cooled water
•   Use protective equipment while handling livestock
•   Maintain strict hand hygiene

Don’ts
•   Avoid fruits found on the ground or showing bite marks
•   Do not consume beverages made from raw tree sap, including toddy
•   Avoid areas with dense bat populations
•   Do not handle sick or dead animals

Preparedness Measures

Officials confirmed that isolation wards are being readied in major government hospitals and that medical staff are being sensitised to identify early warning signs.

“There is no cause for panic, but there is a need for heightened vigilance,” a senior health official said, adding that there is currently no approved vaccine or specific antiviral treatment for Nipah, and care remains largely supportive.

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