The ceremony is performed in the depth of the jungle, and the meat, together with all other food prepared for the feast, must be consumed on the spot, and all remains thrown away; for none of the food may be brought to the village nor may any woman attend the feast or partake of the food prepared on that occasion. This feast is celebrated soon after harvest and is intended to propitiate Konda Raju and solicit his protection for men when out hunting in the jungle during the following dry season.