Kaveri Sankramana is a significant festival celebrated in the Indian state of Karnataka. It marks the day when the river Kaveri is believed to change its course, symbolizing the arrival of the monsoon season. Devotees gather at the riverbanks to perform rituals and offer prayers, seeking blessings for prosperity and well-being. The festival usually falls in the month of October and is particularly important for the people of Mysuru and surrounding regions. It is a time for community gatherings, cultural events, and traditional celebrations, highlighting the importance of the river in the lives of the local population.