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Which state celebrates the annual religious festival known as the 'Banni festival,' as reported in the news?

Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh
2023 October
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During a traditional stick fight festival in the Kurnool district of Andhra Pradesh, also known as the Banni festival, over 90 people were injured and at least three people died. On Vijayadasami night, people celebrate the Banni festival, which commemorates Lord Mala Malleswara Swamy and Goddess Parvati's victory over Mani and Mallasura.

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