Mysore/Mysuru: A sumptuous breakfast was served to mahouts, kavadis and their family members, who have accompanied the 14 Dasara elephants at the Mysore Palace premises this morning. District Minister Dr. H.C. Mahadevappa served the breakfast and later joined them along with other guests. The breakfast was arranged by the Mysuru District Administration and an elaborate…
Mysore/Mysuru: Along with the grand illumination planned across Mysuru city for Dasara, the Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS) Dam in Srirangapatna taluk, Mandya District, will also come alive with a special lighting display from Sept. 22 to Oct. 2. Both the KRS Dam and the Brindavan Gardens will be beautifully lit, with dazzling light arrangements around…
Mysore/Mysuru: It was a women’s show, on the fourth day of Dasara Yuva Sambhrama, last evening, at Open Air Theatre in Manasagangothri campus, as the girl students presented various women’s related issues artistically, striking a chord with the audience. Themes like — women’s status in the society, empowerment, women freedom fighters, women farmers and Operation…
This Dasara, artists from across the State set to create magic with mud Crafted from clay and steeped in centuries of tradition, the captivating art of terracotta murals is set to enchant tourists and art lovers alike at this year’s world-renowned Mysuru Dasara festival. For the first time, the Dasara Fine Arts and Handicrafts Sub-Committee…
By Dr. K. Javeed Nayeem, MD Our annual Dasara has since time immemorial, been an occasion for much celebration and joy across the length and breadth of our State, although its main nucleus has always been Namma Mysuru, the undisputed ‘Jewel in The Crown’ city of Karnataka. This State festival has been coming and going…
Mysore/Mysuru: The Mysore Palace Board has announced restrictions on tourist entry to the Palace on specific dates during Dasara-2025 to facilitate Sharannavarathri religious rituals performed by members of Mysore Royal Family and for smooth conduct of the Jumboo Savari. The restricted dates and timings are as follows: • Sept. 16, 2025 (Tuesday): Entry restricted from…
Mysore/Mysuru: Member of the erstwhile Mysore Royal Family, Pramoda Devi Wadiyar, has selected 56-year-old elephant Srikanta as the Pattada Aane (Royal Elephant) for this year’s Dasara festivities to be held inside the Mysore Palace. This marks Srikanta’s debut appearance at the iconic festival. In addition, 11-year-old female elephant Hemavathi, youngest among the Dasara jumbos, has…
Mysore/Mysuru: The Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation (CESC) has urged public to enjoy dazzling festive lighting displays during Dasara while prioritising safety. As in previous years, major roads, circles and public spaces across the city have been decked with stunning electric illuminations, adding vibrancy and charm to Mysuru and amplifying the spirit of Dasara. These breathtaking…
Ignored for years, Dr. C.P. Krishnakumar speaks out on Dasara guest selection Mysore/Mysuru: A video of renowned Kannada writer Dr. C.P. Krishnakumar (CPK) expressing his disappointment over the Karnataka Government’s choice of chief guest for this year’s Dasara inauguration has gone viral on social media, sparking widespread debate. In the video, the veteran littérateur questions…
Mysore/Mysuru: To ensure a safe and incident-free Mysuru Dasara, Additional Director General of Police (Law and Order) R. Hitendra has instructed officials to maintain heightened vigilance and seamless coordination throughout the festivities. Hitendra issued the directives during a high-level meeting with senior Police officers held yesterday at the City Police Commissioner’s office. Citing recent disturbances…
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