Synopsis : International Booker Prize-winning writer Banu Mushtaq inaugurated the world-famous Mysuru Dasara Mahotsava 2025. She inaugurated the festivities despite facing resistance from right-wing outfits, including the BJP, since she belonged to a different faith.

International Booker Prize-winning writer Banu Mushtaq, on Monday, 22 September, inaugurated the world-famous Mysuru Dasara Mahotsava 2025.

During the Vrischika Lagna at the Chamundi Hills, Mushtaq offered floral prayers to Goddess Chamundeshwari, thus launching the Dasara festivities. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah also offered flowers to the idol of Goddess Chamundeshwari.

She inaugurated the festivities despite facing resistance from right-wing outfits, including the BJP, since she belonged to a different faith.

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