Archive · 25 Dec 2025
Protest for Farmer’s Festival Recognition in Sorab Town
In Sorab Town, people gathered to protest in front of the municipal office.
They want the roundabout there to be called 'Farmer’s Circle' and for the government to officially recognize the Hori festival.
Hori is a traditional game played by farmers after the harvest season.
The protesters believe that this festival is important and should be respected like other festivals in the country.
They have tried to get the government's attention before by talking to important officials and even going to court.
During the protest, they showed off decorated bulls, which are part of the festival's traditions.
The leaders of the protest said that farmers take care of their bulls like their children and that the Hori festival should be allowed to continue without any problems.
Protest held in Sorab Town demanding the roundabout be named 'Farmer’s Circle' and official recognition of the Hori festival.
Organized by the Sorab Public Welfare Struggle Committee, Cow Protection Struggle Committee, and Hori Festival Celebration Committee.
Protesters emphasized the cultural importance of the Hori festival and the need for dedicated grounds for the game in every taluk.
Previous attempts to gain recognition included petitions to former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa and Agriculture Minister Chaluvarayaswamy, as well as a High Court intervention.
The procession featured decorated bulls from various regions, highlighting the cultural significance of the festival.
- Who
- Protesters from Sorab Public Welfare Struggle Committee, Cow Protection Struggle Committee, and Hori Festival Celebration Committee
- What
- Protest demanding recognition of Hori festival and naming of roundabout as 'Farmer’s Circle'
- When
- Today (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- In front of the Sorab Town Municipality, Shivamogga
- Why
- To honor farmers and ensure the continuation of the traditional Hori festival without hindrance
- Location
- Sorab Town, Shivamogga
- Organizers
- Sorab Public Welfare Struggle Committee, Cow Protection Struggle Committee, Hori Festival Celebration Committee
- Demands
- Naming roundabout as 'Farmer’s Circle', official recognition of Hori festival
- Key Figures
- Chidanand Gowda, Shanmukhappa Hargi, Veerendra Gowda Jaidgeri, Nagappa Bidargeri
- Previous Actions
- Petition to former CM B.S. Yediyurappa, demands presented to Agriculture Minister Chaluvarayaswamy, High Court intervention sought
- Cultural Highlights
- Decorated bulls from various regions, traditional folk game Hori