Belagavi has got a special place in Karnataka as it is one of the largest districts. The original name was “VENUGRAM”, gradually the name was changed to Belugram then Belugavi, and finally Belagavi. It was ruled by Kadambas, Yadavas, Vijaynagar, and Bahumani dynasties. Adil Shahi rulers of Vijaypur, Marathas of Kolhapur, and British people, hence Belagavi was ruled by many dynasties. Many people from nearby states like Maharashtra and Goa have settled here, so different cultures can be seen. History never forgets the names of Belavadi Mallamma, Shirasangi Chennamma, and Kittur Chennamma whose contributions cannot be forgotten. These are the ones, who fought with the Britishers. Belavadi Mallamma fought against Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. One of the soldiers of Kittur named Amatur Shoor Ballappa killed British Collector John Thackeray on 23rd October. Hence Karnataka State Government is celebrating 23rd October as Kittur Vijayotsav day.