Mysuru, Oct. 11 -- Koppal Gavi Math's Sri Abhinava Gavisiddheshwara Mahaswamiji described Mysuru as the cultural heart of Karnataka and called upon people to uphold the values of love, knowledge, discipline and service while inaugurating the 416th Mysuru Dasara celebrations.

Praising the city's cultural and spiritual heritage, the seer said Mysuru represented Karnataka's collective identity and was known for its cleanliness, discipline and educational traditions. His address drew attention for its humility and emphasis on the contributions of historical rulers, spiritual leaders and ordinary people to the state's development.

"I am not a great personality who deserves to inaugurate Dasara. I have come to pray to Goddess Chamundeshwari t...