Mysore/Mysuru: As Mysuru gears up for the grand Dasara festivities, countdown preparations are already visible in the city’s famed illumination displays — one of the festival’s biggest attractions during Navarathri. Demonstration of the lighting have begun in the evenings, offering glimpses of what promises to be another spectacular edition. Three days ago, the first demonstration…
70-member team to care for 14 Dasara elephants
August 1, 2025First batch led by Captain Abhimanyu to arrive on Aug. 4; Preparations in full swing at Mysore Palace Mysore/Mysuru: To manage the 14 elephants participating in Nada Habba Dasara 2025 festivities, led by the Golden Howdah elephant Captain Abhimanyu, the Forest Department has formed a dedicated team of 70 personnel, including mahouts and caretakers (kavadis)….
See Belur and Halebeedu at Dasara Exhibition
August 1, 2025Musical Fountain, Dragon Lake and other major attractions to be ready before forthcoming Dasara festival Mysore/Mysuru: Belur and Halebeedu, that still stand as a testimony to the architectural marvels of Hoysala dynasty in Hassan, is being recreated in Mysuru, the heritage city that still beckons tourists from far and wide for its aesthetic attractions. The…
Dasara 2025: Gajapayana at Veeranahosahalli Gate on Aug. 4
July 25, 2025Mysore/Mysuru: The first batch of nine Dasara elephants led by Captain and Golden Howdah carrier Abhimanyu will be taking part in Gajapayana, the traditional march of Dasara elephants to Mysuru to be held at Veeranahosahalli Gate near Hunsur on Aug. 4. Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre released the list and poster of the first batch of…
Calendars of Navarathri rituals, jumbo entry to Palace released
July 25, 2025Mysore/Mysuru: The first batch of nine Dasara elephants will be accorded a traditional welcome at Mysore Palace on Aug. 7 between 12.06 pm and 12.30 pm during the auspicious Abhijin Lagna. Nada Habba Mysuru Dasara is scheduled to be held for 11 days this year from Sept. 22 to Oct. 2. In view of the…
Back after 5 years…? Heli rides likely this Dasara
July 24, 2025First launched in 2016, Agasadhinda Mysuru heli rides last took off during 2019 Dasara Mysore/Mysuru: There is a 50:50 chance that tourists could once again enjoy helicopter rides during this year’s Dasara, offering panoramic views of Mysuru’s landmarks at affordable rates. The State Government has submitted a proposal to the Defence Ministry to organise a…
Stampede at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru: Crowd control SOP for Jumboo Savari
July 22, 2025Mysore/Mysuru: Mysuru’s globally renowned Dasara Jumboo Savari procession draws lakhs of visitors from across India and abroad every year. While the celebration showcases the city’s rich cultural heritage, growing crowd density has raised serious concerns over public safety, mismanagement and accessibility — especially for those holding special passes and tickets. In the wake of recent…
Dasara 2025: Plans on for niche tourism packages
July 20, 2025From heritage walks to adventure activities and treks, Tourism Department prepares customised itineraries Mysore/Mysuru: The Mysuru Tourism Department is gearing up for Dasara 2025 with an expanded vision — going beyond the conventional sightseeing model to tap into the specialised interests of tourists. In addition to the regular services such as operating tourist buses to…
Dasara-2025: Grand fair but… no connectivity by Air
July 10, 2025Mysore/Mysuru: While Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has announced grand plans to celebrate Dasara this year, a persistent concern continues to cloud the festivities — Mysuru’s steadily declining air connectivity. The shrinking number of flights to and from the city is not only deterring tourists but also discouraging entrepreneurs eyeing investments. Mysuru Dasara, a globally renowned cultural…
CM meets Defence Minister, seeks Dasara Air Show nod
July 10, 2025New Delhi: The State Government is moving forward with plans to host an Air Show during this year’s Mysuru Dasara festivities. Yesterday, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah met Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi and formally sought permission for the event. The 2025 Mysuru Dasara celebrations are scheduled to take place from Sept. 22 to…















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