Mangsuli Khandoba Yatra is observed in Ashwin month. It is the
annual fair and festival at Khandoba Temple at Mangsuli Village in Athani,
Belgaum. The ritual is held during the Navratri festival period. Mangsuli Khandoba
Yatra 2025 date is October 1.
Mangsuli is believed to be the place where Khandoba, a manifestation
of Lord Shiva, killed demon Malla.
Mangsuli Khandoba is the Kuldevata or family deity of
several communities in Southern Maharashtra and Northern Karnataka.
The annual Yatra during Navratri attracts thousands of
people the shrine.
Mangsuli Khandoba Yatra is yearly held on Ashwin Shukla
Paksha Navami Tithi or the ninth day during the waxing phase of moon in Ashwin
month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Karnataka.