Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar instructed the Mysuru City Corporation and the city police to remove all unauthorized flex posters and publicity materials from the city, except for official Dasara advertisements. The directive was issued after the minister reviewed the arrangements for Mysuru Dasara‑2026 at the Zilla Panchayat, and he ordered the clearance work to begin on Monday.
Shivakumar highlighted that ambassadors from several countries and heads of various religions have been invited to the Dasara celebrations, with the inauguration set for Chamundi Hill on October 11. The Suttur Mutt will host religious leaders from across the state, and Sri Gavisiddeshwara Swami of Gavimath in Koppal has been invited to preside over the opening.
The chief minister described Dasara as a source of pride and announced that ministers will be assigned specific days to oversee events, ensuring discipline and preventing inconvenience to visitors. A list of ministers and their responsibilities will be released shortly. He also directed the district administration to engage the Mysuru royal family in the festivities, seeking their input while insisting that politics remain separate from the celebrations.
Additional measures include inviting Karnataka’s Asian Games medalists to Yuva Dasara, featuring a tableau of the Tibetan community from Bylakuppe, and a special display from Dakshina Kannada. The CESC is tasked with maintaining the 21‑day Dasara illumination, while officials must arrange seating and ticketing for gold card and ticket holders, clearly marking seat numbers.
To avoid repetition, folk and cultural groups performing similar programmes will be consolidated into larger units. The administration will monitor hotel tariffs and other rates to protect tourists from exploitation, ensuring a smooth experience during the festival. The flex‑free directive underscores the city’s commitment to a clean, orderly celebration amid the influx of thousands of visitors.
