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Women supporters of BJP climb Chamundi Hill steps to pray for Yaduveer’s victory

Several women supporters of the BJP climbed Chamundi Hills on Sunday and offered prayers at Chamundeshwari Temple atop the hill for party candidate and scion of erstwhile royal family of Mysuru Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar’s victory in the ensuing Lok Sabha polls.

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Candidates for Lok Sabha elections to be questioned on their stance on environmental issues

A cross-section of citizens under the banner ‘Save Chamundi Hills Committee’ will seek to ascertain the stance of candidates contesting the Lok Sabha elections on environmental issues germane to Mysuru.

The Hindu

Activists surprised by launch of PRASHAD at Chamundi Hills

Activists in Mysuru express surprise over the virtual launch of PRASHAD works by PM Modi atop Chamundi Hills.

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Ropeway for Chamundi Hills: Govt. to study pros and cons before taking a decision, says Tourism Minister

Minister for Tourism H.K. Patil discusses proposal for ropeway on Chamundi Hills, considering pros and cons and environmental impact.

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Talk on Chamundi Hills ropeway project yet again riles environmentalists

Outrage over CM's remark on ropeway to Chamundi Hills triggers tug of war between hospitality & environmentalists.

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MP opposes ropeway to Chamundi Hills

MP Pratap Simmha opposes ropeway to Chamundi Hills, citing its spiritual significance.

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Karnataka CM’s remarks on ropeway for Chamundi Hills riles activists

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah resurrects dormant ropeway project for Chamundi Hills, activists oppose it.

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18th annual Nandi Mahabhisheka held atop Chamundi Hills

400-yr-old Nandi atop Chamundi Hills bathed in 32 ingredients during 18th annual Maha Abhisheka. Conducted by Bettada Balaga Charitabe Trust, the ritual included 200L milk, 120L curds, 15kg ghee, sugarcane, sandal, arshina, Kumkum, ash, etc. 2,500 people witnessed event, prasada provided.

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Shivamogga MLA criticises State govt. for allowing Mahisha Dasara

MLA Channabasappa criticizes State govt. for allowing Mahisha Dasara in Mysuru, calls it anti-Hindu. He questions why devotees were stopped from visiting Chamundi Hills. He also criticizes govt. for stopping Hindutva leaders from visiting Hindu families affected by violence, but allowing K.S. Bhagavan to make objectionable speeches.

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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,…

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Mysuru Dasara 2023 inaugurated atop Chamundi Hills

Mysuru's Dasara festivities began with Music Director Hamsalekha inaugurating the event atop Chamundi Hills. Accompanied by CM Siddaramaiah and other ministers, Hamsalekha lit the traditional lamp and showered flower petals on the deity.

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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…

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Live streaming of Dasara events

Inauguration of Mysuru Dasara on Sunday at Chamundi Hills 10.15-10.36am. Jamboo Savari procession on Oct 24 from 1.46pm. Livestreamed on Facebook, YouTube and Mysuru Dasara website. Links: Facebook- https://facebook.mysurudasara.gov.in, YouTube- https://youtube.mysurudasara.gov.in, website- https://mysurudasara.gov.in. View Dasara programmes on these links.

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City gears up for Dasara, a slew of events to be inaugurated on Sunday

Mysuru gears up for annual Dasara celebrations, to showcase culture & traditions. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar & other ministers to inaugurate festivities. Events include Dasara Film Festival, Flower Show, Food Mela, Wrestling Competition, Yoga Dasara, Sculptural Exhibition & City Illuminations. Chamundeshwari Temple atop Chamundi Hills adorned with…

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Security measure ensures no untoward incident during Mahisha Utsava

Police avert Mysurua face-off between BJP and Mahisha Dasara organisers. Prohibitory orders imposed, Chamundi Hills out of bounds. Mahisha Utsava held peacefully at Town Hall to reclaim history. Speakers argued Mahisha was Buddhist king, Buddha despised by Brahmins. Jnanaprakash said Buddhism had transformative power. Event also to commemorate Dr. Ambedkar's…

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Permission denied for Mahisha Dasara and Chamundi Betta Chalo events

Mysuru City Police denies permission for Mahisha Dasara & Chamundi Betta Chalo march on Oct 13 due to threat to peace & law & order. BJP MP Pratap Simha opposes Mahisha Dasara & calls for march to Chamundi Hills. KPCC spokesperson questions MP's opposition & accuses him of fomenting trouble.

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Nada Habba inauguration at 10.15 a.m. on Oct. 15

This year’s Nada Habba — Mysuru Dasara 2023 — will be inaugurated atop Chamundi Hills between 10.15 a.m. and 10.36 a.m. on October 15.

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BJP MP, MLA oppose celebration of ‘Mahisha Dasara’ in Chamundi Hills

A day after the Organising Committee announced Mahisha Dasara celebration on October 13 ahead of Mysuru Dasara, Mysuru MP Pratap Simha and Krishnaraja MLA T.S. Srivatsa on Friday expressed their strong opposition to the celebration and urged the State government not to allow it to happen “since it will hurt…

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Crackdown on littering, trespassing at Chamundi Hills begin

Forest Dept. in Mysuru has issued notices to 23 people & installed signboards to prevent littering & other violations at Chamundi Hills. No fines were imposed on 1st day but those found guilty of any violation will be sensitised & fined if no let up is seen. Fines range from…

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DPR for PRASHAD scheme needs Chamundi Hills Development Authority’s nod, says H.K. Patil

Minister Patil visited Chamundi Hills on Mon. & discussed dev. works under PRASHAD. DPR for works to be taken up at ₹45 crore will be prepared. Govt. to make temple more attractive to tourists & devotees without compromising its identity. Govt. to improve basic amenities at pilgrim centres. Will discuss…

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Make Chamundi Hills plastic-free by Dasara, says NGT panel chief

NGT State panel chief Justice Subhash Adi directs Mysuru district admin to ensure Chamundi Hills free of plastic before Dasara. He stresses importance of conservation and warns of dangers if plastic ban not enforced. Officials inform Adi of initiatives taken to manage Chamundi Hills, incl. banning vendors from hawking, restricting…

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Celebration of Mahisha Dasara atop Chamundi Hills likely to be allowed this year

The Mahisha Dasara celebration, which had not been allowed atop Chamundi Hills during the just concluded BJP government’s tenure in Karnataka, is expected to be allowed in the coming Dasara season.

The Hindu

Sri Chamundeshwari Temple Development Authority to be constituted

The State Budget for 2023-24 proposes to establish Sri Chamundeshwari Temple Development Authority to undertake integrated development of Chamundi Hills.

The Hindu

Devotees make a beeline to Sri Chamundeshwari temple atop Chamundi Hills on the first Ashada Shukravara

The first Friday of Ashada saw a veritable flood of devotees at Chamundi Hills making a beeline to Sri Chamundeshwari temple for darshan of the presiding deity.

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Private vehicles banned atop Chamundi Hills during Ashada Fridays

The Mysuru City Police have issued orders banning private vehicles to Chamundi Hills during Ashada Fridays and Chamundeshwari Vardhanti scheduled during June and July.

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