Bhadrakali Mela
Celebrated January–February, on Vasant Panchami
Majority Tribe
Mixed Hindu-tribal devotees: Gond, Muria, and Telugu Hindus from across state borders
Where is it celebrated ?
Bhadrakali Temple, Bhadrakali village, 20 km from Bhopalpatnam
Unique Characteristics
Cross-state pilgrimage drawing devotees from Chhattisgarh, Telangana, and Maharashtra; mystical natural-cave setting in dense forest; folk music, regional food stalls, and tribal participation