The five-day Srirangapatna Dasara will be celebrated in the historical town of Srirangapatna in Mandya district from October 16. This was announced at the preliminary meeting convened on Srirangapatna Dasara Mahotsava which was chaired by Minister in charge of Mandya district N. Cheluvarayaswamy, on Saturday, August 19.
He told the district administration to ensure that the celebrations were traditional with local artists getting preference over others. The preparations have to start in advance and all arrangements should be made for the events that are part of the mahotsava, he said, adding that the district’s culture needs to be highlighted in the events.
The Minister told the officials to inspect Kiranguru Bannimantap, Jamboo Savari route and programme venue, and commence works that need to be carried out to prepare them for the festivities.
