Humnabad Veerabhadra yatra is annually held in Paush month.
This is the most important fair and festival at Veerabhadreshwara Temple in
Humnabad town in Bidar District, Karnataka. Hundreds of people participate in
the annual jatra. Humnabad Veerabhadra Yatra 2027 date is January 24.
Veerabhadra Temple here attracts devotees even from distant
places. The shrine is dedicated to Veerabhadra, also known as Veerabhadra
Swamy, who is one of the Shiva Ganas.
The annual festival is noted for various unique rituals
which are closely linked to agrarian economy of the region.
Humnabad Veerabhadra Yatra is observed on Paush
Krishna Paksha Dwitiya Tithi or the second day during the waning phase of moon
in Paush month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.