Latest news with #MysuruDistrictAdministration
Time of India
4 days ago
- Time of India
Gajapayana marks the start of Dasara festivities
The grand Dasara festivities officially began on Monday with the traditional Gajapayana, as nine caparisoned elephants — led by the iconic howdah elephant Abhimanyu — marched out of the Veeranahosahalli Gate in Nagarahole Tiger Reserve. The ceremonial send-off marks the start of the 10-day Dasara celebrations, scheduled from September 22 to October 2. The event unfolded with religious rituals performed for the elephants, while folk performances added vibrant cultural flavour to the occasion. Following the pujas, the elephants were transported by truck to Mysuru, covering a distance of about 60 km. The Mysuru District Administration will formally welcome the jumbos at the Jayamarthanda Gate of the Mysore Palace on Thursday, marking the beginning of their city stay. Until then, the elephants are housed at Aranya Bhavana.
The Hindu
30-07-2025
- The Hindu
Concerns raised over rising cases of human trafficking at Mysuru event
Expressing concern over the prevalence of human trafficking in society, K.K. Amarnath, Senior Civil Judge, said that the situation has come to such a pass that not only animals or vehicles get stolen, but humans have resorted to ''stealing'' fellow humans. He was speaking after inaugurating an event marking the 'World Day Against Human Trafficking' here on Wednesday. The event was organised by the Mysuru District Administration, Zilla Panchayat, Office of the Superintendent of Police, and other departments. Mr. Amarnath, who is also the member secretary of the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Mysuru, said that people should be aware of the gravity of the situation and must reflect as to why or how the society has reached a point where it has become necessary to observe a day to mark human trafficking. This is a troubling sign as to where the society is headed, he added. Attributing human trafficking to lack of education and sexual exploitation, Mr. Amarnath stressed the need to prevent it and explained the legal provisions under which such crimes are punishable, including the sections of law and the duration of imprisonment applicable. Additional Police Commissioner Nagesh said public cooperation was crucial in preventing such crimes and pointed out the rising number of missing minors. Mr. Nagesh said that in many cases, children are trafficked under the pretext of being cared for but are later forced into housework or other forms of labour, including sexual exploitation. He urged the people to be vigilant and report such cases to the police. 'Combating such crimes is not just the responsibility of the police; all departments must work together to effectively tackle them,' he added. Officials from the District Health and Family Welfare Department, Department of Public Instruction, Department of Women and Child Development, District Child Protection Unit, Social Welfare Department, and others were present.
The Hindu
01-06-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
World Bicycle Day celebrations in Mysuru
Several bicycling enthusiasts participated in the Tiranga cycle rally, organised in Mysuru on Sunday as part of the World Bicycle Day celebrations. The rally, which was flagged off from Chamundi Vihar stadium in Mysuru around 7 a.m., reached Deputy Commissioner's office before returning to the stadium by 7.45 a.m. It was organised by the Department of Youth Empowerment and Sports, Amateur Cycling Association, Mysuru District Administration, Mysuru Zilla Panchayat, and Mysuru Athletic Club. The objective of the programme was to encourage people to set aside at least 30 minutes every day for their health and promote the use of bicycles as a means of transport to maintain good health, a statement noted. A number of sportspersons, students, cyclists, and general public participated in the rally.
