Nagoba Jatara Kicks Off Jan 18: State's Second Largest Tribal Fair Readies in Keslapur

• The Nagoba Jatara Mahotsavam, the state's second-largest tribal fair, will be held from January 18 to 24 in Keslapur, Adilabad district.
• This state festival attracts Mesram clan tribals from various states to offer prayers and fulfill vows to their deity Nagoba.
• Preparations are in full swing, including a publicity chariot tour and a foot march for holy Ganga waters for the Mahapuja.
• The fair commences with the traditional Mahapuja on January 18 (Pushya Amavasya) and concludes with the Bhetal Puja on January 24.
• A significant Darbar on January 22 will allow tribals to address their issues with officials; District Collector Rajarshee Shah reviewed arrangements.

Why It Matters: Nagoba Jatara, the state's second-largest tribal fair, begins Jan 18 with key rituals and a Darbar.