Annual Stick Fight Festival in Hunsa Village

In Hunsa village of Salur mandal, Nizamabad district, villagers participated in the annual “stick fight” event on Wednesday, a traditional sport held every year during Holi. In the evening, residents gathered near the Hanuman temple, divided into two groups on either side of a rope laid across the road. Hundreds of villagers held the rope with one hand while wielding sticks in the other, striking the opposing team in a spirited display of this age-old ritual. The clash continued for around five minutes before the rope was released, marking the conclusion of the unique sport.

Following the event, both groups exchanged festive greetings and dispersed peacefully. The spectacle drew large crowds not only from nearby villages but also from Maharashtra, eager to witness the traditional celebration. The stick fight continues to be a symbol of local culture and communal spirit, attracting attention for its unusual and energetic display of camaraderie.