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CM Siddaramaiah stressed the importance of education to fight caste system & promote social justice & equality. He said education can bring about change & dynamism for social progress & economic growth. He also praised the contributions of Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar & Diwans to the development of Mysuru in education,…

Wadiyar dynasty's Navaratri celebrations began Sun. Yaduveer performed religious rites, ascended golden throne, received blessings & offerings. The rituals are documented in Mysore Gazetteer & 'The Dasara in Mysore'. The rites were initiated by Raja Wadiyar in 1610 CE & have been followed since. The events are held in Amba…

CM Siddaramaiah recalls watching Dasara procession as a child. He said his father had brought him to Mysuru to watch the procession. He pointed out that the festival helps project culture, tradition and progress. Despite drought, festivities planned to maintain importance of Dasara. Central aid sought to provide compensation to…

SWR to augment/de-augment 28 trains for Dasara; Train No. 17347/17348 SSS Hubballi-Chitradurg-SSS Hubballi Daily Express partially cancelled. SWR to augment 28 trains with additional coaches for Dasara. Slight revision in timings of Train No. 17332 Hubballi-Miraj Daily Express between SSS Hubballi and Desur.

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,…

Mandya district admin to host Srirangapatana Dasara from Oct 16-18. Raja Wadiyar began the Mysuru Dasara tradition in 1610 CE. Festivities incl. Mahila Dasara, Kavi Goshti, cultural troupes, health camp, procession, aahara mela, milking contest with cash prizes. Exhibition to showcase info on agriculture, women, child dev.

Protesters gathered near K.S. Bhagavan's residence in Mysuru in response to his allegedly provocative remarks against the Vokkaliga community. Police foiled the attempt to lay siege to his residence, and the protesters staged a demonstration. The organisers of the Mahisha Dasara programme distanced themselves from Bhagavan's remarks, expressing regret if…

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…

Rajeev Taranath clarifies no demand for commission from honorarium for Dasara recital. Officials led by Mysuru Zilla Panchayat CEO visit his residence, probe ordered by Minister in charge of district into anonymous call.