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The annual Banni festival in Kurnool witnessed two deaths and 90 injuries during ritual stick fights.

Authorities deployed 1,000 police personnel, drones, and awareness campaigns to minimise violence.

Officials said injuries were fewer than in previous years as traditions continued under tighter safety measures.

At least two people have died and 90 others have been injured in the Devaragattu Banni festival’s stick fight event in Kurnool on Friday.

According to PTI, thousands of villagers from the surrounding areas come to celebrate the Banni festiva l every year, which is held on Vijay Dashami. It used to start after midnight ceremonies following Mala Malleswara Swamy's wedding and end early in the morning.

To symbolically capture the idol, participants enga

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