Over 5 lakh witness historic Dasara festivities in Mysuru; see pics

The Dasara festivities celebrated on a grand scale in Mysuru came to an end with the iconic 'Jamboo Savari' on the occasion of Vijayadashami. Here are some photos from the celebrations, which resumed after a 2-year-hiatus due to Covid-19.

The Dasara festivities celebrated on a grand scale in Mysuru came to an end with the iconic 'Jamboo Savari' on the occasion of Vijayadashami on October 05. Credit: DH Photo/Anup Ragh T

Authorities said that about five lakh people witnessed the 'Jamboo Savari' (elephant procession) and other festivities. Credit: DH Photo/Anup Ragh T

To mark the celebrations of the concluding day, Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai performed Nandi Dhwaja Puja at the North Gate of the Mysuru Palace. Credit: DH Photo/Anup Ragh T

After two years of hiatus due to Covid-19, the ruling BJP had decided to celebrate the Dasara festivities on a grand scale this year. Credit: DH Photo/Anup Ragh T

The entire city was decked up with special lighting arrangements exhibiting the rich cultural heritage of the state. Credit: PTI Photo

The Dasara festival was inaugurated on September 26 by President Droupadi Murmu, who offered floral tributes to the goddess Chamundeshwari atop Chamundi Hills in Mysuru. Credit: DH Photo/Anup Ragh T

The elephant procession was organised after two years of restricted celebrations. Credit: DH Photo/Anup Ragh T

The grand procession was carried out from Mysuru's Amba Vilas Palace to Bannimantap Ground covering a distance of 5 km. Credit: DH Photo/Anup Ragh T

This year, 57-year-old elephant Abhimanyu carried the 750 kg golden idol of goddess Chamundeshwari. Credit: DH Photo/Anup Ragh T