Report and pics by Rakesh Kunjoor, Durga Digitals
Daijiworld Media Network – Udupi (RD)

Udupi, Dec 25: The heroic sport of Tulunad, namely, ‘Moodupadu Jodukere Kambla’ (a pair of buffaloes run on muddy field handled by a strong man) was held at Beedu, comes under the limits of Katpady, near here, from Saturday, December 22 to Sunday, December 23. This event was held for the consecutive 22nd year under the leadership of Mahabala Ballal of Beedu lineage.  Yermal Rohith Hegde, president of Kambla Committee, Dr Ravichandra, ex-governor of district Lions Club, Vinay Ballal, Jayaram Ballal, Ashok Shetty, were present at the occasion. 91 pair of buffaloes along with the handlers has taken part in this sport.

The venue was located close to busy National Highway (NH) 17 being witnessed by over 40 thousand people.  At the backdrop of gradual decrease in ‘Kambla’ over the years, owing to high cost in rearing buffaloes for the sport, it enlivened the spirit of adventure among the natives.