Mysuru, Oct. 11 -- Gavimutt Seer formally inaugurates Nada Habba; D.K. Shivakumar leads fest for first time as CM

The world-renowned Mysuru Dasara began with traditional rituals atop Chamundi Hill this morning, marking the start of the 416th year of the festival.

Abhinava Sri Gavisiddeshwara Mahaswamiji of Gavimutt, Koppal, formally inaugurated the festivities by showering flower petals on the idol of Goddess Chamundeshwari, placed on a silver chariot. Adorned with a silk saree, gold and diamond jewellery, the presiding deity was the centre of attraction.

Gavimutt Seer lit the ceremonial lamp at 12.08 pm during the auspicious Dhanur Lagna between 11.50 am and 12.13 pm, in the presence of Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, his wife Usha Sh...