Kambala Race: Tradition or Cruelty?

The Karnataka government and PETA India are at odds over the Kambala, a traditional buffalo race. PETA claims it is region-specific and driven by commercial interests, while the state defends it as part of broader cultural heritage. The High Court will review the case on November 5.

The Karnataka government defended the Kambala race as a cultural tradition of the entire state before the High Court on Wednesday, refuting PETA India's claims of regional specificity.

PETA's public interest litigation argues that the race is limited to Udupi and Dakshina Kannada, focusing on commercial rather than cultural motivations. The state maintains it is a statewide cultural practice.

As legal proceedings continue, the next court hearing is scheduled for November 5, with the potential for further legal actions if event permissions are approved.

(With inputs from agencies.)