Mangaluru: The much awaited Abbakka Utsav jointly organised by the Government of Karnataka, Kannada and Culture Department and the Utsav Organising Committee got off to a colorful start at the Asaigoli Central grounds on February 4.
Recalling Abbakka’s heroics against the Portugese, Minister and Local MLA U T Khadar sought public co-operation towards the success of the Utsav 

A sports meet was inaugurated by international athlete and Ekalavya awardee Akshatha Poojary. Victory and defeat are an integral part of one’s life, Akshatha said and asked the participants to showcase their talent during the Utsav, a perfect platform.

A colourful procession from Deralakatte to Asaigoli Grounds depicting the culture drew wide public attention .