The Latest Breaking News from Mandya

Mandya opts for kabaddi in ‘One District One Sport’ scheme

As the government is mulling over introducing ‘One District One Sport’ to encourage sportspersons in the State, Mandya has opted for Kabaddi under the initiative.

The Hindu · Sep 8, 2023

Mahisha Dasara to be celebrated on October 13

Mahisha Dasara, a celebration pitting BJP against organisers, will be held on Oct 13 with a seminar on Oct 10 to take a 'historical perspective' of Mahisha. State govt has given consent and police cooperation is expected. 5,000 people from Mysuru, Mandya, Chamarajanagar, Hassan to attend.

The Hindu · Sep 7, 2023

More than 60 percent rainfall deficiency in SIK during August

In SIK, all districts except Chamarajanagar experienced 60% below normal rainfall in Aug. Kodagu, Chikkamagalur, Hassan, Mysuru & Mandya suffered severe water stress. Cumulative rainfall from June-Sept was 81% below normal & 25mm against 88mm normal. 29 of 31 districts in Large Deficit category, only Vijaypura & Chamarajanagar in Deficient.…

The Hindu · Sep 3, 2023

Farmers make vain bid to block Bengaluru-Mysuru highway

Representatives of farmers’ organisations opposing the release of Cauvery water from KRS reservoir to Tamil Nadu attempted to block the Bengaluru-Mysuru highway at Induvala in Mandya on Tuesday.

The Hindu · Aug 22, 2023

Srirangapatna Dasara will be celebrated for five days from October 16, says Minister

Srirangapatna Dasara, a five-day celebration, to be held in Mandya district from Oct 16. Minister in charge of Mandya district N. Cheluvarayaswamy urges district admin to ensure traditional festivities with local artists. DC forms committees for venue, cultural events, procession, exhibition, health, illumination, sports, and finance. MLAs urge CM for…

The Hindu · Aug 19, 2023

Karnataka government sacrificing people’s interest on Cauvery issue: Shobha Karandlaje

Farmers in Mandya, Mysuru, and residents of Bengaluru will face water shortage if the State government releases Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu for political reasons, said Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Shobha Karandlaje.

The Hindu · Aug 19, 2023

Egg, chikki twice a week to govt., aided schools’ children: Minister

Min: Madhu Bangarappa launches State-level programme to provide egg, banana or chikki to 60 lakh children of govt & aided schools twice a week. 31,000 teachers transferred, 10,000 more guest teachers to be appointed. MySugar factory to be developed for benefitting sugarcane farmers.

The Hindu · Aug 18, 2023

Mandya’s sky turn canvas for kite enthusiasts

Mandya's sky turned into a canvas as the 33rd State-level Kite Festival was inaugurated. Minister N. Cheluvarayaswamy said kite flying teaches us to achieve goals in life. Adichunchanagiri Mutt is promoting folk art and encouraging those with knowledge and talent. Kite flying kindles hopes and sets goals. Folk performances, procession,…

The Hindu · Aug 13, 2023

Expressway is safe: Mandya police

The Mandya district police have urged the general public not to pay heed to rumours on lack of security for travellers on the Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway, which were being spread.

The Hindu · Aug 11, 2023

Karnataka CM orders police to probe officials who allegedly wrote to Governor against Agriculture Minister

CM orders inquiry into fake complaint against Agri Min; Cong stands by him.

The Hindu · Aug 8, 2023