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TSRTC to ply 5,265 special buses for Bathukamma, Dasara

These special buses are scheduled to run from Hyderabad and Secunderabad to all parts of Telangana, as well as Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Maharashtra.

The Hindu · Oct 1, 2023

Kanaka Durga temple EO transferred even as Dasara is fast approaching

Govt. transfers EO of Kanaka Durga Temple, Vijayawada ahead of Dasara. Deputy Collector M. Sreenivas has been appointed as the new EO. Peddi Roja posted as DRO, Krishna District; P. Venkata Ramana as DRO, Bapatla District; S.V. Nageswara Rao as DRO, NTR District. Transfer raises eyebrows as festival is just…

The Hindu · Oct 1, 2023

Dasara elephants gain weight in the run-up to the festival

The first batch of nine elephants, which arrived in Mysuru during the first week of September for Dasara, have gained weight owing to special diet that is fed to them to keep them fit for the festival.

The Hindu · Sep 27, 2023

Dasara flower show to be bigger and brighter this year

Mysuru prepares for Dasara flower show at Kuppanna Park with 60,000 flowering pots. Special floral display with themes like Chandrayaan-3, Mysuru Palace, Vidhana Soudha and Swami Vivekananda to be discussed. Deputy Director of Horticulture Manjunath Angadi anticipates more rush this year with free rides for women. Musical fountain to be…

The Hindu · Sep 20, 2023

Stakeholders against scaling down Dasara as farmers call for low-key festival

Amidst calls to scale down Dasara, stakeholders debate pros/cons: some argue for low-key celebrations, while others suggest traditional festivities to aid local economy, generate jobs.

The Hindu · Sep 20, 2023

Nine-day Dasara festival of Kanaka Durga temple in Vijayawada to begin on October 15

The Sri Durga Malleswara Swamyvarla Devasthanam is gearing up for the nine-day Dasara festivities atop Indrakeeladri, the abode of Goddess Kanaka Durga, here, from October 15. The presiding deity will be adorned with the Saraswati alankaram on the Moola Nakshatram day on October 20. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan…

The Hindu · Sep 19, 2023

Beautification of circles soon: Mayor

MCC to invite tenders for beautification of circles on Raja Marga ahead of Dasara. Mayor Shivakumar inspected route, gave directions to officials on repair works. Town Hall premises and parking lot to be opened during festivities. MCC to carry out works from own funds until State govt releases Dasara grant.

The Hindu · Sep 12, 2023

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

Insurance cover provided for Dasara elephants and their handlers

14 elephants & their handlers in Mysuru's Dasara festivities provided insurance cover of ₹2 crore. 10 male elephants insured for ₹5 lakh each, 4 female elephants for ₹4.5 lakh each. 42 staff members insured for ₹2 lakh each. Elephants march through city streets with mahouts & kavadis under police security.…

The Hindu · Sep 10, 2023

Gajapayana flagged off at Nagarhole National park

Gajapayana, the march of caparisoned elephants to Mysuru for Dasara festivities, flagged off. Minister H C Mahadevappa & Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre welcomed the elephants led by Abhimanyu, carrying the golden howdah. 9 elephants in 1st batch, 5 in 2nd. Kanjan is new to jumbo squad. Elephants to be welcomed…

The Hindu · Sep 1, 2023