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Mysore Dasara 2026: Palace to Host 11-Day Grand Celebrations; Schedule Released
- •Rajamata Pramoda Devi Wadiyar officially released the complete schedule for the royal family's private Dasara ceremonies at the palace.
- •Similar to last year, Dasara celebrations will span 11 days, commencing with Navagraha Homa on October 5 and concluding with Vijayadashami on October 21.
- •Key events include the assembly of the jewel-studded throne on October 10 and the Simhasanarohana (ascension to the throne) on October 11, marking the start of the private durbar.
- •The Rajamata clarified that the Golden Howdah is safe, while expressing displeasure over the inclusion of Kambala in Dasara and illegal constructions on Chamundi Hills.
- •She voiced concerns about inconveniences caused by government programs within the palace premises and urged celebrating Dasara with prayers for good rain.
Key Questions Answered
The private palace Dasara celebrations span 11 days, beginning with the Navagraha Homa on October 5, 2026, and concluding with Vijayadashami on October 21, 2026. Key ceremonies include the throne assembly on October 10, Simhasanarohana on October 11, Kalaratri Puja on October 17, and Ayudha Puja on October 20.
Rajamata Pramoda Devi Wadiyar expressed deep concern that Chamundi Hills increasingly resembles a town rather than a hill due to rising illegal constructions. She noted that past rock blasting for parking caused significant damage to the Vani Vilasa Palace, and she plans to release archival photos and speak extensively on the issue following Dasara.
The renovation work on the royal family's palace on Chamundi Hills is progressing in a heritage style, and it is planned to be inaugurated in November with the blessings of Goddess Chamundeshwari.
