Mysuru, Oct. 22 -- Tusker Prashantha carries 750-kg Golden Howdah with ease

The Jumboo Savari, grand finale and chief attraction of Mysuru Dasara, concluded smoothly yesterday, with debutant tusker Prashantha drawing widespread appreciation for carrying Golden Howdah with composure.

Leading the elephant squad, Prashantha carried the 750-kg Golden Howdah bearing the idol of Goddess Chamundeshwari through the 5.5-km route from the Mysore Palace to Bannimantap. Thousands of devotees and spectators lined the streets, raising chants and cheers as the idol passed by.

Adorned in a green saree, the idol of Goddess Chamundeshwari received floral tributes from Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar during the auspicious Meena Lagna between 4.10 pm and 4...