Kambala & Tulunadu Tableau to Shine at Mysuru Dasara
CM DK Shivakumar announces that the Kambala and Tulunadu tableau will feature in this year's Mysuru Dasara, reviving Vijayanagara traditions.
In a move to celebrate the rich cultural diversity of the coastal belt, Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has announced that the Kambala Tulunadu tableau will be a prominent part of the Mysuru Dasara celebrations this year. The announcement was made during the Chief Minister's visit to Mangaluru Airport on Thursday.
Reviving Ancient Traditions
The inclusion of Kambala, the traditional buffalo race of the coastal region, is not just a modern addition but a nod to history. Chief Minister Shivakumar highlighted that during the era of the Vijayanagara Empire, buffaloes were traditionally brought to the city during the Dasara festivities.
"Kambala, a coastal region festival, and the Tulunadu tableau will be part of Mysuru Dasara this time... I know the history that during the Vijayanagara period buffaloes used to be brought during Dasara time," the CM stated, emphasizing that this is a festival for the entire state.
What to Expect at Nada Habba
The state's grand festival, known as Nada Habba, will culminate on October 21 on the occasion of Vijayadashami. The government has introduced several new elements to enhance the spectacle:
- Coastal Representation: Representatives from Tulunadu will be attending the celebrations.
- Military Presence: Teams from the armed forces will participate in the grand march-past.
- A New Lead: A new elephant has been selected to carry the Ambari of Mother Chamundeshwari.
Political Firestorms and Court Battles
Beyond the festive announcements, the Chief Minister addressed several pressing political issues. Regarding the SIR data controversy, Shivakumar revealed that a petition has been filed in the Supreme Court, asserting that the right to vote is fundamentally a right to life.
He also dismissed allegations from the BJP regarding a perceived "insult" during a protest march involving Rahul Gandhi. Shivakumar clarified that the reports of him being insulted were false propaganda, praising Rahul Gandhi as a leader with humanity and acknowledging the roles of Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi in his appointment as Chief Minister.
Allegations of a 'Sting Operation'
The political atmosphere remained tense as JDS State President and Union Minister H. D. Kumaraswamy leveled serious accusations against the Chief Minister. Kumaraswamy alleged that DK Shivakumar, in collaboration with journalist Rakesh Shetty, orchestrated a sting operation against former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to facilitate his removal from office.
Labeling Shivakumar as the "Sting Samrat of Karnataka," Kumaraswamy claimed that Siddaramaiah was a victim of a political conspiracy and blackmail, demanding the immediate arrest of those involved. When questioned about these sting-related arrests, Chief Minister Shivakumar stated he had no information on the matter.