India, Feb. 7 -- The six-day Adi Jagadguru Sri Shivarathri Shivayogigala Jathra Mahotsava, popularly known as Suttur Jathra Mahotsava, got off to a colourful and traditional start at Suttur Srikshetra in Nanjangud taluk yesterday.

The Jathra Mahotsava, being held under the supervision of Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Swamiji of Suttur Mutt, was graced by Sri Adrushya Kadasiddheshwara Swamiji of Sri Siddhagiri Samsthana Mutt, Kaneri and Sri Jadeya Shanthalingeshwara Swamiji of Sri Shanthalingeshwara Mutt, Nimbala. Sri Jayarajendra Swamiji, Junior Pontiff of Suttur Mutt, was also present.

First day of the event witnessed inauguration of various exhibitions at Suttur. Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao inaugurated the health check-up camp, for...