Preparations for Dasara festivities begin ahead of schedule in Mys
Days after the Dasara High Power Committee, chaired by chief minister
Siddaramaiah
, met in Bengaluru and decided to celebrate the festival on a grand scale, the Mysuru district administration, which has the onerous task of hosting the 11-day festival, formed 19 subcommittees to oversee various aspects of the festival.
Usually, these committees are formed some 45 days before the big-ticket event.
Senior officials have been appointed as Dasara deputy special officers and working presidents, ensuring a smooth and well-coordinated celebration across all fronts. Senior officials, including police commissioner Seema Latkar (Dasara procession subcommittee), SP N Vishnuvardhana (Yuva Dasara and Yuva Sambrahama subcommittee), ZP CEO Ukesh Kumar (cultural subcommittee), MCC Sheik Tanveer Asif (sanitation subcommittee), ADC P Shivaraju (reception subcommittee), CESC MD Munigopal Raju (illumination subcommittee), archaeology commissioner A Devaraju (fine arts subcommittee), and ASP L Nagesh (wrestling subcommittee), have been appointed as Dasara deputy special officers.
They will be assisted by working presidents and member-secretaries.
While many of the officials named to the panels have experience as they have served in Mysuru earlier, for some like Ukesh Kumar, Sheik Tanveer Asif, DCP (L&O) Bindu Rani, and DCP (traffic) KS Sundarraj, this will be their first Dasara season.
As the monsoon has begun one month in advance, leading to dams in the state reaching their maximum levels, mainly in the Cauvery basin, the govt is keen to celebrate the festival on a grand scale like in 2024 when it extended Rs 40 crore for the festival.
by Taboola
by Taboola
Sponsored Links
Sponsored Links
Promoted Links
Promoted Links
You May Like
Why seniors are rushing to get this Internet box – here's why!
Techno Mag
Learn More
Undo
This comes amidst CM Siddaramaiah's plan to meet defence minister Rajnath Singh in Delhi on Wednesday, seeking the Union govt's cooperation to host the popular Dasara Air Show, a major highlight of the festivities.
One of the key events marking the beginning of Dasara–Gaja Payana, the ceremonial march of the Dasara elephants from the forest to Mysuru–is scheduled for Aug 4. In anticipation, officials have begun detailed arrangements to ensure a smooth and symbolic start to the celebrations.
Speaking to TOI, C Narayanagowda, president of the Hotel Owners' Association, welcomed the early preparations. "Starting preparations well in advance is a commendable move. It eliminates the usual last-minute chaos and ensures better planning and execution. We are hopeful of a high-quality celebration this year, thanks to the proactive approach of the govt," he said.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Time of India
27 minutes ago
- Time of India
Son Dam-bi's Stunning Post-Pregnancy Transformation Shocks Netizens
We've all seen those post-pregnancy transformation stories that make us wonder if these celebrities are even human. But Son Dam-bi just took it to another level that would make even our fittest Bollywood moms like Kareena Kapoor and Shilpa Shetty take notes. The Korean singer-actress recently dropped some seriously stunning photos on Instagram that have left everyone scratching their heads. Just four months after welcoming her baby girl, she's out here looking like she never even heard the word "pregnancy," let alone went through nine months of it. The Photos That Broke the Internet On July 9th, Son Dam-bi casually posted on Instagram with the caption "It's too hot, taking a brief healing time. Everyone, be careful of the heat" - and honestly, the only thing heating up was everyone's timeline after seeing these pics. Picture this - she's lounging on an outdoor sunbed in a sleek black sleeveless swimsuit, one hand holding a beer, the other casually flipping through a book. The whole vibe screams effortless chic, like something straight out of a high-end magazine shoot. Her face looks sculpted, and that body? Zero signs of having carried a baby just months ago. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Book Your Daily Profit By 11 AM With This Superclass By Mr. Bala TradeWise Learn More Undo But wait, it gets better. The next set of photos shows her and husband Lee Kyu-hyuk clinking beer glasses together, both rocking swimwear and looking absolutely smitten. The way they're gazing at each other is giving us major couple goals - it's like watching a real-life K-drama romance unfold. The final shot has her posing in front of an artificial waterfall, completing that perfect summer aesthetic. Everything about her look - from the toned physique to the styling - is just chef's kiss perfection. Netizens Can't Handle the Truth The comment section exploded faster than you can say "post-baby body goals." People were dropping comments like "Is this body even real?", "I can't believe she gave birth," and "This couple is too good to look at." And honestly, we get it. In a world where we're constantly told about the "reality" of post-pregnancy bodies, seeing someone bounce back this dramatically feels almost surreal. It's like she hit the genetic lottery and then some. The Love Story That Started It All For those who need a refresher, Son Dam-bi married former speed skating champion Lee Kyu-hyuk back in 2022. Their love story has all the makings of a perfect Korean romance - the entertainment industry star meets the Olympic athlete, they fall in love, get married, and now they're living their best life as new parents. They welcomed their healthy daughter this past April, and clearly, parenthood is treating them both incredibly well. Lee Kyu-hyuk, being a former athlete himself, probably knows a thing or two about maintaining peak physical condition, which might explain how this power couple manages to look so effortlessly amazing.
Pink Villa
41 minutes ago
- Pink Villa
Maalik Box Office Preview: Rajkummar Rao starrer run time, screen count, advance booking & opening day
After doing a series of comedy films, Rajkummar Rao is venturing into the action genre with the Pulkit directed Maalik. The film features him as a gangster and is slated to hit the big screen on July 11, 2025. Maalik has been certified A – Adults Only by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) with an approved run time of 2 hours and 32 minutes. The film is seeing an All-India release by Pen Marudhar, and the distributor is going wide for the Rajkummar Rao starrer, with a release planned on about 1500 screens. The advance bookings for Maalik opened on Wednesday noon, and the response has been lukewarm. As on Thursday at 5.30 PM, Maalik has sold about 4000 tickets in the top 3 national chains – PVRInox and Cinepolis – and is headed for a finish in the range of 10,000 tickets. Given the advance bookings, Maalik is looking to open in the range of Rs 2.75 crore to Rs 3.25 crore, though the film could push itself to a slightly higher number if the mass belts come on board in spot bookings. Due to the genre, the Rajkummar Rao starrer does have a shot to record better walk-ups and hit the Rs 3.50 crore mark on Friday. If the reports from morning shows are not encouraging, the first day could be lower than the projected range too. The film is facing competition from Superman, as also holdover films like Metro In Dino, Jurassic World: Rebirth, and F1. However, the genre and target audience is completely different, giving it a shot at getting an audience on board if the audience talk lands in its favour. A low start is likely for Maalik, and it's about how close it can get to the Rs 4 crore mark on Friday, laying a platform for better performance on Saturday and Sunday. Unfortunately for Maalik, action films are usually frontloaded and hence, there's a lot for the film to make up for in the opening weekend, as the fate is now heavily dependent on the word of mouth. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates! ALSO READ: Superman Box Office Preview: James Gunn & David Corenswet film run time, screen count, advance booking & opening day
Time of India
an hour ago
- Time of India
Marvel Rivals Season 3 Twitch Drops and how to get them
Imagw via NetEase Games. With Marvel Rivals Season 3 'Abyss Awakens' around the corner, NetEase Games has now revealed the highly anticipated Twitch Drops. The upcoming season has already generated huge buzz among the fans, slated to bring two new heroes into the game - Phoenix (Jean Grey) and Blade. Not only that, Season 3 will feature an array of brand new skins like Queen in Black Hella, Knull Essence Blade, Phoenix Force Emma Frost, and many more. But all of these skins are locked up behind paywalls. And that's where Season 3 Twitch Drop comes in. How to get Season 3 Twitch Drops in Marvel Rivals Season 3 Marvel Rivals has been in the gaming scene for a long time, and fans have already been accustomed with the various Twitch Drops the game has featured so far. The Season 3 Twitch Drop is not an exception as well. In order to obtain these exciting Twitch Drop rewards, fans just need to watch some specific Marvel Rivals livestream for a designated period, and that's it. The Season 3 Twitch Drop is wholly focused on exclusive Hawkeye rewards. Here are they: Reward Required Watch Time Will of Galacta Spray 30 Minutes Will of Galacta Nameplate 1 Hour Galactic Gleam Emote 2 Hours Will of Galacta Costume 4 Hours All of these rewards will be released on July 11, at 5 AM PT, and will be available until August 8, at 2 AM PT. So, fans have ample time to redeem these precious drops. However, players must keep in mind that they need to connect their Marvel Rivals account to their Twitch account in order to be eligible for these Twitch Drops. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Calcula cuánto podrías ganar invirtiendo en Cervecería Nacional CFD Empieza a invertir hoy Leer más Undo Also, they must watch the streamers who have their drops enabled. Players can also check their watch time progress by visiting their Twitch Drop Inventory page. After completing the given watch times, they can redeem the specific rewards from the in-game inbox. However, they need to redeem them before they get expired. Besides the Hawkey drops, players can also avail themselves with the Magik 'Will of Galacta' Twitch Drops as these rewards are still available until July 16, 2025, at 2 AM PT. So, what are you waiting for? It's time for a double treat in Marvel Rivals. Read More: All new skins in Marvel Rivals Season 3 For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
