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Mangaluru Dasara Begins: Grand Darshan of Navadurga at Kudroli and Procession on Oct 21
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News18•12-10-2026, 10:10
Mangaluru Dasara Begins: Grand Darshan of Navadurga at Kudroli and Procession on Oct 21
- •The festive spirit of Mangaluru Dasara has officially begun at the famous Kudroli Sri Gokarnanatheshwara Temple in Mangaluru.
- •Idols of Lord Ganesha, Goddess Sharada, Adishakti, and the Navadurga have been grandly installed in the temple Durbar Mantapa.
- •Devotees from across the state and country are flocking to witness the nine divine forms of Navadurga during Navaratri.
- •Major roads, illuminated displays, tiger dance performances, and cultural events are adding immense charm to the coastal celebrations.
- •The grand Dasara procession featuring decorated floats and traditional art troupes is scheduled to take place on October 21.
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The grand procession of Mangaluru Dasara is scheduled for October 21, featuring decorated floats, art troupes, chende beating, and tiger dance performances.
The famous Kudroli Sri Gokarnanatheshwara Temple in Mangaluru hosts the festival, where the idols of Lord Ganesha, Goddess Sharada, Adishakti, and Navadurga are installed.
B. Janardhana Poojary, former Union Minister and the architect of the Kudroli temple's development, initiated the religious programs by lighting the lamp.
