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Let Me Explain: Banu Mushtaq at Mysuru Dasara and controversy around tradition, identity, politics

For over 400 years, Mysuru has seen a grand celebration of the Dasara festival. The city glows with music, dance, elephants, and colour, carrying forward a tradition that blends devotion, royalty, and cultural pride

Newslaundry · Sep 13, 2025

Howdah elephant Abhimanyu likely to be eased from combing duties

Forest Dept. to rest Howdah elephant Abhimanyu from combing ops due to death of Arjuna. Abhimanyu is also responsible for carrying 750kg golden howdah during Mysuru Dasara. Change of guard complex process, takes years. Abhimanyu has been part of Dasara for 25 yrs. Arjuna & Abhimanyu formed formidable force for…

The Hindu · Dec 9, 2023

Arjuna was the last of a generation of tuskers who ruled supreme in the camp and the jungle

Arjuna, one of the last of a generation of giants captured in 1968 Khedda operations, was famed for his psychological strength & ability to fight back. He was drafted for elephant capture ops & carried the Golden Howdah 8 times in Mysuru Dasara. He was 10ft tall & had a…

The Hindu · Dec 4, 2023

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One more opportunity to buy tickets online for Jamboo Savari, torch light parade

Mysuru Dasara offers one more chance to purchase tickets/gold cards online for Jamboo Savari & Torch Light Parade. Sale starts 10am on Oct 22nd. Tickets only available online. Demand from public & tourists led to additional tickets being made available. Both events to be held on Oct 26th to conclude…

The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023

Dasara Daasothsava lending an impetus to Daasa Sahitya

Mysuru Dasara's HinduDasara Daasothsava has given a boost to Daasa Sahitya, with 1000 women performing at Sri Chamundeshwari temple. This year's event was held from Oct 15-20, offering 3-hr slots for bhajan mandals to render their performance. The event pays tribute to the composers of Daasa Sahitya, providing a platform…

The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023

Mysuru Dasara gets off to a traditional start atop Chamundi hills

Mysuru Dasara festivities begin with traditional prayers to Goddess Chamundeshwari; noted music composer Hamsalekha inaugurates celebrations. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, and Minister in charge of Mysuru district H.C. Mahadevappa present. Music composer Hamsalekha suggests survey on Kannada-speaking people, pairing of districts for exchange of culture, talent,…

The Hindu · Oct 15, 2023

Mysuru Dasara, a blend of history, culture, and tradition

Mysuru Dasara: Royal orient unfolds to sea of humanity, showcasing rich heritage of Karnataka, Vijayanagar empire's legacy carried forward by Wadiyars. Navaratri celebrated on grand scale, event draws visitors from across world. Palace main attraction, illumination extended to major roads, heritage buildings. Inauguration at Chamundi Hills signals start of melange…

The Hindu · Oct 14, 2023

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Safeguarding Kannada language must get the highest priority, says Hamsalekha

Renowned music composer Hamsalekha said safeguarding Kannada language is highest priority for Karnataka. Expressing concern over attempts to impose Hindi, he recalled his father taking him to witness the grandeur of Mysuru Dasara.

The Hindu · Sep 12, 2023

Elephants from Sakrebailu camp likely to take part in Mysuru Dasara

A team of officials from Mysuru visited Sakrebailu to examine the elephants in the camp, but is yet to select any of them. So far, no elephant from Sakrebailu camp has participated in the Mysuru Dasara.

The Hindu · Aug 9, 2023

Dasara festivities this year to include air show, tableau on five guarantees

Declaring that this year’s Mysuru Dasara will be celebrated on a grand scale, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday said the government was planning to hold an air show on the occasion of the festival. He said he will discuss this with the Union Defence Minister.

The Hindu · Jul 31, 2023

Elephant Balarama of Mysuru Dasara fame no more

Majestic in appearance and calm in disposition were the hallmarks of elephant Balarama of Mysuru Dasara fame, who passed away on Sunday, May 7, after a prolonged illness.

The Hindu · May 7, 2023

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