Authorities have advised the public to be cautious of their actions to prevent any disturbances to the elephants, who will be staying in the city until the Dasara festivities come to an end. The countdown to Dasara has officially begun in Mysuru, with the city's renowned Dasara elephants starting their practice sessions for the grand Jamboo Savaari procession. This procession will cover a five-kilometre route along the main streets of the city, starting from the palace and ending at Bannimantap grounds. As part of their preparations, the elephants are getting accustomed to the sounds of vehicles, loudspeakers, firecrackers, and cannons, with acclimatization sessions held twice daily in the morning and evening. Spectators gather to witness the elephants, especially on weekends when many people keenly capture images of the procession led by the Howdah elephant, Abhimanyu. Authorities emphasize the importance of exhibiting consideration towards the elephants to prevent disturbances throughout their stay in the city until the Dasara celebrations conclude. Here are some guidelines for observing the Dasara elephants: - Follow the guidance of the mahouts and Kavadis who understand elephant behavior well - Maintain a safe distance to allow the elephants to move freely on their assigned path - Refrain from crossing the road in front of the elephants - Avoid taking photos or videos directly in front of the elephants while they are in motion - Don't honk, as it could agitate the elephants - Present flowers to the mahouts instead of throwing them directly, enabling them to place them on the elephants appropriately - Do not feed the elephants directly - Refrain from following the elephants. The Jamboo Savaari, a significant part of the Dasara festival, is a magnificent parade that occurs on Vijayadashami, the concluding day of the festivities. It features decorated elephants, colorful floats, and performances by various cultural groups.