Authorities are advising the public to be considerate in their actions to not disturb the elephants who will be in Mysuru until the end of the Dasara festivities. The countdown to Dasara has begun, and the city’s renowned Dasara elephants are now practicing for the grand Jamboo Savaari procession. The procession will cover a five-kilometre route from the palace to Bannimantap grounds, passing through the city's main roads. The elephants are getting used to the noise from vehicles, loudspeakers, firecrackers, and cannons through acclimatization exercises held twice daily. Crowds are gathering to see the procession led by the Howdah elephant, Abhimanyu, with more people attending on weekends to take photos. Authorities emphasize the importance of being mindful not to disturb the elephants during this time. Guidelines for watching the Dasara elephants include following instructions from mahouts and Kavadis, maintaining a safe distance, and avoiding crossing the road in front of the elephants. It's recommended not to take photos in front of moving elephants, honk, feed the elephants directly, or follow them. Instead, hand flowers to the mahouts for them to place on the elephants. The Jamboo Savaari is the elaborate procession held on Vijayadashami, the final day of the Dasara festival, featuring decorated elephants, colorful floats, and cultural performances.