The procession of the first batch of nine elephants — popularly known as gajapayana — for the upcoming Naada Habba Dasara celebrations in Mysuru, kicked off with a traditional puja on the fringes ...
The commencement of the gajapayana procession, featuring the first batch of nine elephants for the upcoming Naada Habba Dasara celebrations in Mysuru, was marked by a traditional puja on the outskirts of Nagarahole National Park. This event took place on Wednesday, with the grand Dasara procession scheduled in Mysuru on October 12 following the commencement of festivities on October 3. The gajapayana puja was conducted by a group of priests, complemented by outstanding performances from various local folk troupes.
