Over 350 Bullock Carts Compete In High-Stakes Race At Limbaganesh In Beed Tehsil

Beed witnessed a grand celebration of rural Maharashtra's agricultural heritage as the Shree Tuljabhavani Kesari Limbaganesh 2026 bullock cart race commenced. The race, held at the Limbaganesh pilgrim centre in Beed tehsil, attracted 350 bullock cart owners from various districts including Beed, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Jalna, Nanded, Buldhana and Ahilyanagar.

The event was organized by Shree Bhalchandra Pratishthan and local villagers, with an enthusiastic crowd turning the pilgrimage ground into a bustling arena of activity.

The ceremonial inauguration took place at 9 am, with the breaking of a coconut by a distinguished group of individuals, including former Panchayat Samiti member Rajebhau Gire, village sarpanch Balasaheb Jadhav, advocate Ganesh Wani, and several others. The organizers announced enticing cash prizes for the top performers - a ₹51,000 prize for the winner, followed by ₹31,000, ₹21,000 and ₹15,000 for the second, third, and fourth place respectively.

Fifth to eighth place finishers would receive cash rewards ranging from ₹11,000 to ₹5,000. An initial entry fee of ₹1,000 was set for each participating cart owner.

Beyond the thrill of the competition, participants and spectators alike emphasized the cultural significance of the event. Dr Ganesh Dhavale, a social worker, noted that "Bullock cart racing is not merely a competitive sport; it is an intrinsic part of our agrarian culture and an issue close to every farmer’s heart." He emphasized that such events are crucial in preserving rural traditions and passing this heritage onto future generations.