Archive · 4 Sep 2026
Mysuru Dasara Plans Expand With Southern States, Armed Forces
The Karnataka government wants to make Mysuru Dasara 2026 a much bigger festival.
Leaders from southern states may be invited to attend.
Performers from different parts of India will showcase their traditions.
The Indian Army, Indian Air Force and Indian Navy may take part in ceremonies.
Officials are also discussing an air show and a drone show.
New activities could include an art exhibition, flea market, vintage car rally and rangoli competition.
The government wants visitors with tickets to have proper seats and a smoother experience.
Short films will promote Mysuru Palace and other tourist attractions in India and abroad.
The Karnataka government plans to make Mysuru Dasara 2026 larger and more diverse.
Chief ministers of all southern states and cultural troupes from across India will be invited.
The Indian Army, Indian Air Force and Indian Navy may join tableaux and ceremonial events.
Officials are considering an air show, drone show, art exhibition, flea market and vintage car rally.
The government will promote Mysuru’s attractions through short films and improve supervision and seating for ticket holders.
- Who
- The Karnataka government, led in the planning meeting by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, along with invited state leaders, cultural groups, armed forces and other organisations.
- What
- Plans are being prepared to expand Mysuru Dasara 2026 with broader cultural participation, military displays, new public events and tourism promotion.
- When
- Preparations are under way for Mysuru Dasara 2026; specific festival dates were not stated.
- Where
- The main celebrations are planned for Mysuru, while the preparation meeting was held at Shakti Bhavan in Bengaluru.
- Why
- The government aims to showcase India’s cultural diversity, add new attractions and promote Mysuru’s tourism potential and heritage.
- Festival
- Mysuru Dasara 2026
- Planning authority
- Karnataka government
- Planning meeting
- Chaired by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar at Shakti Bhavan in Bengaluru
- Proposed invitees
- Chief ministers of southern states, cultural troupes, armed forces, educational institutions, the film industry, ISRO, DRDO and other central government organisations
- Possible attractions
- Air show, drone show, art exhibition, flea market, vintage car rally and rangoli competition
- Visitor arrangements
- Officials have been instructed to provide proper seating and reduce inconvenience for ticket holders
- Tourism promotion
- Short films about Mysuru Palace and other major tourist attractions will be produced and widely promoted