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Experts call for greater public involvement in heritage conservation

Experts stress public involvement in heritage conservation at Mysuru Rail Museum event, emphasizing importance of collaboration with museums.

The Hindu · Apr 18, 2024

Heritage markets in Mysuru to get new lease of life

The State Budget for 2024-25 in Mysuru addresses the future of Lansdowne Building and Devaraja Market, both over 100 years old, which are at risk of demolition and reconstruction, but heritage experts argue for their preservation.

The Hindu · Feb 16, 2024

A heritage market in Mysuru counts its days

The iconic Devaraja Market sums up the characteristics of Mysuru: noisy, colourful and alluringly old world. Despite efforts to save it by conservationists, the courts have now cleared the decks for its demolition.

The Hindu · Jan 19, 2024

Archaeology Department prioritises 11 buildings in Mysuru for conservation intervention

Dept. of Archaeology Museums & Heritage lists 11 Mysuru buildings for priority maintenance & restoration. Cost estimates for conservation & restoration to be submitted to govt. Majority of structures are educational institutions, incl. Jayalakshmi Vilas Mansion (₹30 crore). List to ensure safety of students & revise heritage list.

The Hindu · Sep 16, 2023

When Mahatma Gandhi sent Motilal Nehru to inaugurate the silver jubilee clock tower

When the silver jubilee clock tower was built in 1927 to mark 25 years of Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar’s rule, the then Maharaja sent an invitation to Mahatma Gandhi to inaugurate the iconic structure.

The Hindu · Aug 9, 2023

Restoration of silver jubilee clock tower begins

The long-pending work to restore the 96-year-old silver jubilee clock tower, an iconic heritage structure situated in front of the Northern Gate of Mysuru Palace, began on Wednesday.

The Hindu · Aug 9, 2023

Activists to meet Siddaramaiah over non-allocation of funds for conservation of heritage structures in Mysuru

Stung by lack of budgetary allocation for upkeep of heritage structures in Mysuru, a delegation of stakeholders will meet Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to drive home the imperatives of conservation.

The Hindu · Jul 9, 2023

Centre’s administrative nod for implementation of PRASAD scheme on Mysuru’s Chamundi Hills riles activists

The Centre’s administrative nod for the implementation of Pilgrimage Rejuvenation And Spiritual Augmentation Drive (PRASAD) scheme at a cost of ₹45.70 crore has riled activists in the city who are bracing for a showdown with the authorities.

The Hindu · Jun 18, 2023

Minister holds review meeting with officials to plan for Ashada Fridays atop Chamundi Hills

Minister in charge of Mysuru district H.C. Mahadevappa instructed officials to ensure smooth celebration of Ashada Fridays atop Chamundi Hills, scheduled to start this month.

The Hindu · Jun 12, 2023

Heritage cycling evokes warm response

Participants covered the core heritage area of Mysuru

The Hindu · Sep 29, 2022