Mysuru (Karnataka), Sep 22, 2025

Booker Prize winner Banu Mushtaq inaugurated the historic Mysuru Dusshera festivities on Monday by offering floral tributes to Goddess Chamundeshwari atop Chamundi Hill. Dressed in a yellow and green silk saree with flowers adorning her braid, she joined Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in prayers and traditional rituals.

The state government had made special security arrangements as BJP leaders and Hindu activists opposed the inauguration by Banu Mushtaq. Entry to the temple was restricted to pass-holders, while common devotees were barred until 12 noon.

Banu Mushtaq inaugurated Dusshera during the auspicious Vrushcika Lagna between 10.10 a.m. and 10.40 a.m. Later, she was felicitated by temple authorities, who garlanded her and presented her with a Mysuru p

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