Archive · 6 Aug 2025
Dasara Elephants Arrive in Mysuru for Festival Celebrations
The Dasara festival in Mysuru is getting ready!
Nine elephants have arrived and are taking a break after their trip.
They're staying at the Forest Department's place, and the doctors say they are healthy.
On August 10, the elephants will be welcomed into the palace in the evening, which is a first.
After this welcoming ceremony, the elephants will start practicing for the big parade.
People are excited to see these special elephants that are a big part of the festival!
Nine elephants arrived in Mysuru from Veeranahosahalli to participate in the Dasara Jamboo Savari.
The elephants are stationed at the Forest Department premises in Ashokapuram.
The elephants have undergone medical check-ups and are in good health.
The ceremonial palace entry will be held in the evening on August 10.
Training for the Jamboo Savari will begin after the palace entry.
- Who
- Nine elephants, along with their mahouts, kavadis, and forest staff.
- What
- Elephants arrived in Mysuru for the Dasara Jamboo Savari.
- When
- August 10 for the ceremonial palace entry; the elephants arrived earlier.
- Where
- Mysuru, specifically at the Forest Department premises in Ashokapuram and the Mysuru Palace.
- Why
- To participate in the Dasara Jamboo Savari.
- Event
- Dasara Jamboo Savari
- Location
- Mysuru
- Elephant Arrival Location
- Veeranahosahalli
- Elephant Stay Location
- Forest Department premises, Ashokapuram
- Palace Entry Date
- August 10
- Elephant Team
- Gajapade
- Elephant Leader
- Captain Abhimanyu