Kodava Samaja observed kailu muhurtha in traditional gaiety and fervour.
Central Excise (Hassan) division Inspector Kokkelera B Nanaiah inaugurated by shooting at a coconut tied on a tree.
Speaking on the occasion, he said there is a need to preserve the Kodava language, culture. Elders should guide youngsters in preserving the rich cultural heritage of Kodagu.
Kodava Sahitya Parishath former president Bacharaniyanda P Appanna released ‘Kodagal kadmara).
Kodava Samaja President Cholanda A Muddappa presided. ‘Kathiayat,’ ‘chowriyat,’ ‘eravat’ exhibition and ‘Kodava pat’ and other cultural programmes were held.