Kabaddi competitions started on Saturday in Anantapur as part of Sankranti festivities. The event was inaugurated by Jana Sena Party (JSP) president and Anantapur-Hindupur Urban Development Authority Chairman T.C. Varun. The competitions were organized by JSP city secretaries Vallamsetti Ramana and Lal Swamy Rayal. Before the matches began, Mr. Varun met the captains and players of the 25 teams taking part. Speaking at the event, Mr. Varun said, "The NDA government would give priority to sports." He also praised JSP leaders for organizing the competition. He added that the winning team would receive a good prize from the organizers.