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Time of India
5 days ago
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Chamundeshwari Vardhanti celebrated with grandeur
1 2 3 4 5 6 Mysuru: The pilgrimage site of Chamundi Hills came alive with devotion and grandeur as thousands of devotees gathered to celebrate the Chamundeshwari Vardhanti. Festivities commenced in the early hours of Thursday, with elaborate rituals beginning at 4am. Traditional Panchamrita Abhisheka — a ritual bath with five auspicious ingredients — and a Rudrabhisheka, an offering invoking Lord Shiva, were performed. The deity was then resplendently adorned with fresh flowers, and rituals such as Kumkumarchane (vermilion offering) and Sahasranamarchane (chanting of a thousand divine names) were performed with devotion. In a spectacular highlight, the festival idol was placed in a silver palanquin and taken around the temple in a ceremonial procession. This was followed by another majestic procession with the idol placed in a golden palanquin at the entrance of the temple, accompanied by the Mysuru police band, traditional music ensembles, vibrant umbrellas, and ceremonial fans (chamaras), embodying the royal heritage of Mysuru. Given the significance of the festival and the expected influx of devotees from across Karnataka, the district administration ensured seamless arrangements. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Enhanced security measures were implemented, including the deployment of additional police forces. To manage the heavy footfall, access to Chamundi Hills was restricted to private vehicles, and free bus services were operated from the Lalith Mahal helipad to ferry devotees to the temple. The ceremonial pujas and rituals were led by chief priest Shashishekar Dixit. Members of the Mysuru royal family, Pramoda Devi Wadiyar, Yaduveer Wadiyar, and Trishikha Kumari Wadiyar, participated in the rituals. Speaking on the occasion, Pramoda Devi Wadiyar and Yaduveer Wadiyar extended Chamundeshwari Vardhanti greetings to devotees, expressing hope that the blessings of the Goddess would bring prosperity and good harvests to the region. Though heavy rain has lashed the region, we pray for balanced rains and abundant crops in the days ahead, they stated. Celebrations extended beyond Chamundi Hills, with temples and households across Mysuru performing special pujas in honour of the Goddess. Prasadam (blessed food) was generously distributed, further adding to the spirit of devotion and community.
Time of India
15-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Yaduveer seeks disaster relief funds for Kodagu
Madikeri: Mysuru MP Yaduveer Wadiyar met Union home minister Amit Shah and requested him to release funds through the National Disaster Management Fund to address rain damages in Kodagu district. He met Shah in Delhi and explained the damages sustained to public properties due to heavy rain. He requested additional relief through the NDRF. The additional funds will enable the construction of barrier walls and road repair. He requested that compensation be provided to solve the problems faced by tobacco and coffee growers and the losses caused by the rain. He stated that he asked the minister to focus on illegal Bangladeshi immigrants living in Kodagu district, and requested the home ministry to take appropriate steps in this regard. Meanwhile, Virajpet MLA AS Ponnanna submitted a request to revenue minister Krishna Byre Gowda to bring amendments to the Revenue Bill. Ponnanna, who met the minister at Vikas Soudha, submitted a request to bring amendments to some bills of the revenue department. He drew attention to the need for amendments to resolve the problem of revenue assessment for the Jammabane of Kodagu, the problem of the landlords, and the problem of P Numbers in the land title deeds. Responding to this, Byre Gowda assured that the necessary amendments would be brought in the upcoming monsoon session, Ponnanna said.
Time of India
15-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
Chamundi Hills cleaning drive on July 20
Mysuru: Members of the Kuduma Srikshetra Dharmasthala Padayatra Seva Trust will conduct a special cleaning drive at Chamundi Hills on July 20, focusing specifically on the 1,001 steps leading to the temple. Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, trust president MK Mahadev said, "The drive follows the four Aashada Friday celebrations, during which the temple sees massive footfall. We aim to clean the steps thoroughly from base to summit, clearing puja articles and other waste left behind by devotees." Recalling last year's drive, he said, "Around 150 to 200 volunteers participated, collecting nearly 15 to 20 kg of waste every four steps. People from Mysuru, Hassan, Mandya, Bengaluru, and other districts joined hands in the effort. This year, we expect even higher participation." The drive will commence at 8am. It will be inaugurated by MP Yaduveer Wadiyar. Mahadev appealed to devotees to help keep the hill plastic-free by carrying eco-friendly bags during their temple visits. He also urged temple authorities to ensure the kumkum used at the shrine is free from harmful adulterants. "Adulterated kumkum poses risks not just to people, but also to the environment," he noted.
Time of India
05-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Ensure transparent delivery of central scheme benefits: HDK
Mysuru: Union minister of heavy industries HD Kumaraswamy , on Saturday, emphasised the need for transparent delivery of benefits from centrally sponsored schemes to eligible beneficiaries. Chairing a meeting of the District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee held at the zilla panchayat auditorium, the Union minister mentioned that due to higher-than-usual rainfall, there was crop damage. He asked officers to provide accurate reports and take measures for appropriate relief. Mysuru MP Yaduveer Wadiyar highlighted the need to identify and repair black spots on national highways in the district. He also called for detailed information on the Chamundi Hill Prasad scheme and stressed the importance of progress in the Swadesh Darshan scheme. Complaints about inadequate waste management in Siddalingapura gram panchayat were received, and officials were instructed to take action. Deputy commissioner G Lakshmikant Reddy told the meeting that 95% of the land for Mysuru-Kushalnagar NH 275 was acquired. For the expansion of Mysuru Airport's runway, about 240 acres are required, and most of the land has been acquired. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Is it legal? How to get Internet without paying a subscription? Techno Mag Learn More Undo The project is at the tender stage. The meeting was attended by Chamarajanagar MP Sunil Bose, Hunsur MLA GD Harish Gowda, DISHA Committee member Ashwin Kumar, district panchayat CEO S Ukesh Kumar, Mysuru City Corporation commissioner Shaikh Tanveer Asif, and superintendent of police, Mysuru, N Vishnuvardhana.
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
MP takes part in yoga session at blind school
Mysuru: MP Yaduveer Wadiyar visited the Govt School for the Blind and interacted with visually challenged students after their participation in the inclusive yoga session on Saturday. During the interaction, Yaduveer commended the students for their commitment to learning and practising yoga and emphasised the need to scale inclusive approaches nationwide. The MP also held discussions with Dr Ananthalakshmi V, CEO of EquiBeing Foundation, regarding the organisation's flagship initiative, EquiYog—a long-term programme that trains visually impaired children in adapted yoga techniques using verbal instructions, spatial awareness, and breath-based methods. "Mysuru is known for its deep-rooted yoga tradition. It is time we expand this legacy by ensuring that children with disabilities are included in yoga," said Yaduveer.
