Dussehra 2016 – Triumph of good over evil

Ravan Dahan in North India, Durgapuja in West Bengal and Killing of Demon King Mahishasura by Chamundeshwari in Karanataka in simple terms means Dussehra or Triumph of good over evil.Each region celebrates Dussehra in a unique manner where as in Karnataka reports of Dasara celebrations poured in from Mysuru, Mangaluru, Madikeri and Dharwad.
Mysuru Dasara

The state festival was celebrated with utmost pomp and gaiety which has a history of over 400 years. Lakhs of people witnessed various events during the 11 day festival. In spite of government measures for simple dasara as the state was facing drought in 110 taluks,lakhs of people thronged the palace city to witness Jumboo savari and torch light parade at Bannimantap. Several cultural programs were held in the illuminated Mysuru palace and across various venues in the city. 30 tableaus representing various districts and many other from government departments took part in the colourful procession on October11.

Madikeri

In Madikeri the celebration is beautified by 4 Karagas and 10 Mantapas depicting Killing of demons by gods (Asuras by suras ) . Around Rs 75 lakh rupees spent for the 10 day festival with main contribution coming from the state government. In Gonikoppa ‘Women dasara’ was well appreciated by the people.

Mangaluru

Mangaluru city was decorated with lights and the festival was organised by Kudroli Shri Gokarntheshwara temple . Tiger dance performed by artists in groups to honour the goddess sharada is one of the main attractions during the festival.

Dharwad

Dharwad city celebrated the dasara festival with traditional fervour .Two jumboo savari processions are part of the celebration in this part of the state where  pontiffs of mutts take part in the celebrations.Large number people thronged to witness colourful procession where many  cultural troupes took part to showcase the diverse culture of north Karnataka.

For our viewers, few clicks of Dasara celebration