Gangamma Jatra is an annual fair held in the shrine of Gangamma, at Anantapuram, in
Cuddapah District,
Andhra Pradesh. It is conducted for three days during the month of 'Magha' (February- March), commencing from the day following
Shivratri.
It attracts large crowds from various places in Cuddapah and Chittoor districts. During this fair, hundreds of bullock carts, decorated with lime and red earth and with festoons of mango and margosa leaves, move around the temple throughout the night of the second day of the Jatra. On the same night, the deity is taken out in a procession.
Competitions are organized during the Jatra of specially selected bulls dragging heavy stones. There is also a large assemblage of stalls and shows of varied description.
