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Puthari Namme: Harvest Festival Celebrated In Traditional Grandeur

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Youth Wing of Mysuru Kodava Samaja inaugurated

Mysore/Mysuru:

‘Puthari Namme,’ the harvest festival of Kodagu, symbolising the first harvest of the paddy crop, was celebrated in a grand and traditional manner last evening at the Kodava Samaja in Vijayanagar First Stage here.

The festivities showcased a diverse array of Kodava cultural events, eliciting enthusiastic applause from the gathered audience.

Hundreds of Kodava community members including men, women and children had gathered at the Kodava Samaja and took home the paddy crop (kadiru), chanting “Poli Poli Deva” and prayed to Lord Igguthappa and Goddess Cauvery and welcomed the Dhanya Lakshmi to their homes. 

The highlight of the event was the cultural performances by young community members who have spent hours and days learning the traditional Kodava dances and songs. Their performance received loud applause from the community members and the boys and girls have been saddled with continuing the tradition of this small community that is facing the onslaught of modernisation.

The members of Kodagu Gowda Samaja in Vijayanagar Railway Layout, Mysuru, during the celebrations.

The performances featured captivating dances like ‘Ummathaat’, ‘Bolakaat’,  ‘Puthari Kolata,’ ‘Kathiyaat,’ ‘Baalopaat,’ ‘Pareyakali’ and ‘Taalipaat’.

Notably, a new Youth Wing of the Mysuru Kodava Samaja was inaugurated and Katera Vedik Uthaiah has been nominated as its President. The other  members of the team will be announced soon.

Commencing with a puja dedicated to the deities Lord Igguthappa and Goddess Cauvery, the festival progressed with a symbolic harvesting of the paddy crop (kadiru) and ceremonial firing into the air.

 Kodava men donned their traditional attire of ‘kupya-chele,’ ‘peechekathi,’ and ‘mande-tuni,’ while women adorned themselves in the customary red sarees and ‘vasthra.’

As an integral part of the festivities, special ‘tambittu’ made from fried ‘kusubalakki’ mixed with ripe banana, was distributed to all the members.

Mysuru Kodava Samaja teams that have won various prizes in hockey matches and other cultural performances at Federation of Kodava Samajas, Balugodu, were honoured.

Mysuru Kodava Samaja President Ponjanda A. Ganapathy, Vice-President Machimada P. Nanaiah, Hon. Secretary Ketolira Ravi Belliappa, Treasurer Ittira Kashiappa, Joint Secretary Ajjikuttira Diana Poovaiah, Kodava Samaja Cultural and Sports Club President Kuttimada D. Muthappa, office-bearers and committee members were present on the occasion.

A group photo of the members of the newly constituted Youth Wing of Mysuru Kodava Samaja with Samaja President Ponjanda A. Ganapathy and others.

The harvest festival was also celebrated at Kodagu Gowda Samaja in Vijayanagar Railway Layout, Mysuru.

Simultaneously, ‘Puthari Namme’ was celebrated in grandeur across Kodagu district yesterday.

The festival commenced with the ‘Nere Kattu’ performance at Kakkabbe’s Paadi Sri Igguthappa Temple at 7.30 pm. Subsequent celebrations were held across Kodagu district.

Though the festival concluded yesterday, the celebrations are set to continue for a week in rural areas of Kodagu and during this extended period, traditional ‘Puthari Kolata’ will take centre stage, accompanied by various other dance forms at the designated ‘Mandh’ in villages.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> News> Top Stories / November 28th, 2023

Mookonda Bose Devaiah Dies In Freak Accident

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Ammathi: 

Mookonda Bose Devaiah (60), former President of Ammathi Kodava Samaja, died this morning in an accident near his home. A brick-laden truck, reversing near his residence in Mundoni, Bilugunda village, Ammathi, collided with him, resulting in his untimely demise.

Devaiah fought relentlessly for the cause of Kodava community and was the man behind the development of Ammathi Kodava Samaja.

He had a commendable track record and served as the President of APMC, Director of the DCC Bank, Director of Akhila Kodava Samaja and held a prominent role as a BJP leader.

Following a successful collaboration, Bose Devaiah emerged as a prominent figure within the BJP , actively participating in the party’s activities. He demonstrated leadership qualities and contributed significantly to the party’s growth in the region.

However, recent developments have seen him maintaining a somewhat neutral stance after facing several attempts to sideline him.

 Bose Devaiah, known for his principled involvement in the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) ideology, blended his commitment to social service with his political endeavours.

Family sources have informed that the last rites will take place tomorrow (Nov. 20) at 10 am        in Mundoni.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> News / November 19th, 2023

Annual ‘Kodava Namme’ At Balugodu From Nov. 16 To 19

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Madikeri:

‘Kodava Namme,’ the annual cultural and sports festival organised by the Federation of Kodava Samajas will be held from Nov. 16 to 19 at Field Marshal K.M. Cariappa Cultural Centre at Balugodu in Virajpet, Kodagu.

The four-day festival will begin with the inauguration of the hockey tournament, said Federation President Kallichanda Vishnu Cariappa. Speaking to reporters at a press conference in Madikeri on Monday, he said that the hockey match will be held between different Kodava Samajas and four matches will be played on the first day on Nov. 16. 

On Nov. 17, there will be another four matches and the first semifinal will be played on Nov. 18 and the second semifinal will be played at 2 pm on Nov. 18. After the first semifinal, respects will be paid to the war memorial constructed by the Kodava Samajas and Maj. Gen (Retd.) Bachamanda Cariappa will be the chief guest. 

This apart, events like tug-of-war, shot put, coconut shooting will be held for both men and women. On Nov. 19, different Kodava Samajas will present cultural programmes in five different venues within the Balugodu campus. The finals of the hockey match will be held on Nov. 19 followed by prize distribution. 

Mysuru-Kodagu MP Pratap Simha, Virajpet MLA A.S. Ponnanna, Madikeri MLA Dr. Manthar Gowda and MLC Suja Kushalappa will be present as guests. 

Federation Secretary Vaterira Shankari Poovaiah, Convener Kambiranda Kittu Kalappa, Food Committee President Kumbera Manukumar, Sports Committee President Thambukuthira Madhu Mandanna, Technical Committee Director Achakalira Palangappa, member Pattada Manu Ramachandra, Cultural Committee Convener Boliyangada Dadu Poovaiah were present.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> News / November 15th, 2023

AGM Of Pombolak Kodava Koota

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Mysore/Mysuru:

The first Annual General Body Meeting (AGM) and get-together of Pombolak Kodava Koota, Mysuru was  held at Kodava Samaja premises in Vijayanagar here recently.

Koota President Mundottira Jaya Chengappa presided.

Theetharamada Dr. Devaki rendered the invocation. Vice-President Thathira Bheemaiah condoled the death of Koota members in the past one year.

Koota’s annual report was read out by Joint Secretary Guddanda Rashmi Uday while the accounts was presented by Treasurer Kullachanda Vinutha Kesari.

The names of new members was read out by Annarkanda Prathima Thimmaiah, who also  compered the programme. 

Committee Member Boppanda Appaji proposed the vote of thanks.

Various sports and games were conducted for the members present by Sports Committee Member Adikera Sajjan Cariappa.

Cash prizes were presented to meritorious students while the Ph.D awardee Dr. Theetharamada Dr. Devaki was felicitated on the occasion.

Hon. Secretary Chottanda Chengappa, Mallengada Sharanu Somaiah, Theethira Beena, Ammanda Somaiah, Mullanda Vinu Cariappa and others were present.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> News / November 02nd, 2023

Global Kodava summit to unite the community from across the globe

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Funds of nearly Rs 3 crore are being spent for the event that has garnered support from all the Kodava Samajas including the Samajas established abroad.

Members of the Kodava community
Members of the Kodava community (Express)

Madikeri :

A Global Kodava Summit aims to unite the Kodava community under a single roof and highlight the culture, traditions, and crises faced by the community. Several members of the community in the district fear that the culture, traditions, and practices of the Kodavas are at stake and will soon vanish.

The summit will host various cultural programmes, exhibitions, and seminars to preserve the unique practices of the Kodavas. It will be hosted by the Connecting Kodavas Trust and will be held on December 29 and 30 in Madikeri.

The summit is the fruit of efforts taken by the trust for several years. “Since 2017, the Connecting Kodavas forum has been involved in collecting details of every Kodava clan from the nook and corner of the district,” said Niran Nanjappa, one of the core members of the Connecting Kodavas Trust.

Meanwhile, volunteers have visited all the villages in the district to document details of the roots of the various Kodava clans.

“As per our research, over 1,000 Kodava clans are in existence. Many other clans have vanished. A few clans have just two members and the biggest clan has over 650 members. All these details are documented and will be revealed during the summit that is likely to witness participation from 20,000 to 25,000 people,” Niran Nanjappa added.

“During our research, we have found several anecdotes relating to the roots, practices and evolution of the Kodava clans. We have insights into the issues that led to the vanishing of several clans too. All these anecdotes will be shared to ensure that the community flourishes and our culture is preserved,” he opined.

“After the summit, we also plan to release websites for each clan so that the members of the clan can track their lineage,”Niran Nanjappa added.

Funds of nearly Rs 3 crore are being spent for the event that has garnered support from all the Kodava Samajas including the Samajas established abroad.

Alongside seminars, the Global Kodava Summit will also have demonstrations of the various practices, architecture, and ancestral history of the community as well as interactive workshops.

The forum also aims to establish a model village in the near future across five to six acres of land to highlight the uniqueness of the community.  

source: http://www.newindianexpress.com / The New Indian Express / Home> States> Karnataka / by Express News Service / October 31st, 2023

AGM Of Kodagu Heggade Samaja On Oct. 15

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Mysuru :

The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Kodagu Heggade Samaja, Mysuru, for the year 2022-23 and 2023-24 will be held at Coastal Rock Restaurant, Ring Road on Oct. 15 at 10 am.

Pollanda D. Suresh, retired Police Officer and Thorera Ponnakki Ganesh, Women Congress President and President of Tailor Association of Virajpet will be the chief guests.

Pandikanda C. Vittala, President of Kodagu Heggade Samaja, will preside.

For details contact Mob: 73536-57787.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> In Briefs / October 12th, 2023

New Team Of Kodava Samaja, Mysuru

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Ponjanda A. Ganapathy (centre), the newly-elected President of Kodava Samaja, Mysuru, for the year 2023-2025, is seen with (from left) Ajjikuttira Diana Poovaiah – Joint Secretary, Ketolira A. Belliappa – Hon. Secretary, Machimada P. Nanaiah – Vice-President and Ittira G. Kashiappa – Hon. Treasurer.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> Photo News / October 20th, 2023

Padayatra From Bhagamandala

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Madikeri: 

Reinstating a tradition that had been followed for generations and interrupted at times, traditionally dressed Kodava men and women, with the women carrying ‘Thaliyathakki Bolcha’ (a brass plate with rice and a traditional lamp), walked barefoot from Bhagamandala to Talacauvery in a Padayatra, singing praises to the Goddess. 

They gathered at the Sri Bhagandeshwara Swamy Temple in Bhagamandala and walked to Talacauvery. The procession was led by Virajpet MLA A.S. Ponnanna, actors Bhuvan Ponnanna and Harshika Poonacha.

Various Kodava organisations, including the United Kodava Organisation, Kodava Riders Club, Akhila Kodava Samaja Youth Wing, and members of numerous Kodava associations, participated in the Padayatra.

Notable figures such as Kodagu District Minister N.S. Boseraju, MP Pratap Simha, MLA Dr. Manthar Gowda, Deputy Commissioner Venkat Raja, Superintendent of Police Ramarajan, Zilla Panchayat CEO Varnith Negi, Temple ‘Thakka Mukhyasta’ Kodi Motaiah, Balladka Appaji and other village elders were present.

At the confluence of Triveni Sangama in Bhagamandala, rituals such as ‘Pinda Pradana’ (offering) and ‘Keshamundana’ (tonsure), along with other traditional pujas, were conducted. Free KSRTC bus services were provided for devotees traveling from Bhagamandala to Talacauvery.

Early morning refreshments and afternoon lunch and prasadam were arranged for all devotees by Kodagu Ekikarana Ranga and other voluntary organisations.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> News / October 18th, 2023

Sankramana At Kodava Samaja

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Kodava Samaja, Mysore, will be celebrating Cauvery Sankramana Festival in   the  Samaja premises at Vijayanagar 1st Stage in city on Oct.18.

Kani Puja will be performed at 10.30 am. Holy water (Theertha) will be distributed to all the devotees present on the occasion. Light refreshments is also arranged for devotees, according to a press release from the Samaja Hon. Secretary K.A. Belliappa.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> In Briefs / October 16th, 2023

‘Kail Muhurtha’ At Kodagu Gowda Samaja On Sept. 17

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The Mysuru Kodagu Gowda Samaja will be celebrating ‘Kail Muhurtha’ get-together at the Samaja premises in Vijayanagar II Stage at 9.30 am on Sept.17.

Traditional Ayudha Puja will be held and it will be followed by cultural programmes.  

On the occasion, meritorious children of the Samaja members who have scored high marks in SSLC and PUC (2022-23) and achievers from various fields will be felicitated. Also prizes will be given to the winners of various sports events.

Kodagu Gowda Samaja President Thotambylaya E. Manohar will be preside.

Kodagu Gowda Vidya Sangha – Madikeri President Ambekallu Naveen Kushalappa, Mysuru-Kodagu MP Pratap Simha, MLA K. Harishgowda, former MLAs Vasu and L. Nagendra, Corporator K.V. Sridhar will be present on the occasion, according to press release from the Samaja Hon. Secretary.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> In Briefs / September 15th, 2023