Karnataka: Dussehra to be Celebrated with Restrictions this Year

Karnataka government has decided to celebrate Dussehra in a simple manner this year, due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. The government has allotted Rs 10 crore for the celebrations, and the 'Jamboo Savari' will only take place in the palace premises. Kannada and Culture Minister, C T Ravi, said that they will invite five COVID warriors to inaugurate the festival. Reportedly, other events including Yuva Dasara will be cancelled.