Madikeri Dussehra enthralls locals, tourists Mysuru News – Times of India

Madikeri: People of madikeri Dussehra festival was observed which was celebrated from Wednesday evening to early Thursday.
Under the supervision of SP Ayyappa MA, 3 DSPs, 10 circle inspectors and 22 SIs were deployed to increase the security cordon. In addition, four KSRP units, eight DAR units were also deputed.
88 CCTVs have been installed at convenient places in the city. No vehicle was allowed to enter Madikeri city after 2 pm except pass holders. Outdoor vehicles were made to be parked at pre-marked places on the outskirts of the city.
Ten chants from several temples, depicting deities slaying demons, enthralled the gathering. A large number of people gathered around midnight to watch the special programs of mythology. Cultural programs were also held on a special stage at Gandhi Maidan throughout the night.
Many tourists had arrived on Monday and Tuesday to see it. madikeri dashar Procession. Ayudha Puja was performed in a colorful manner across the district on Tuesday. Various cultural programs organized by Madikeri Dussehra Samiti marked the festivities. Sunticoppa residents witnessed the fascinating Ayudha Puja festival, which has a historical background.
Gonikoppal, Somwarpet and Murnad also witnessed grand celebrations.
During this, gonikoppal dashar The day was celebrated with a procession of 10 tableaux. MLA KG Bopaiah and Kannada literature council president Mahesh Joshi Inaugurated the grand procession.