Mysuru, Oct. 25 -- Bookings exceed capacity; upper deck in high demand

Mysuru's dazzling Dasara illuminations continue to draw crowds even after the festival has ended, with the 'Ambaari' double-decker buses emerging as a popular way to take in the city's glittering streets.

Since the illumination tour began on Oct. 11, nearly 7,000 people have travelled on the buses, operated by the Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation (KSTDC). The demand has prompted the KSTDC to increase the fleet from four buses to six from Oct. 22. The service will continue until Oct. 31.

Nearly 1,500 passengers travelled on the buses between Thursday and Saturday alone. The upper deck, which offers an unobstructed view of decorative lights, remains the...