Mysuru City Police have issued a strict directive: spectators are no longer permitted to view the spectacular Jumboo Savari procession from any old or crumbling buildings situated along its route.
This crucial decision comes after observations from last year’s Jumboo Savari, where countless individuals crowded onto structurally unsound and even unfinished buildings. These unsafe viewing spots lined both sides of the procession path, stretching from the iconic Mysuru Palace all the way to the Torchlight Parade grounds in Bannimantap.
Authorities emphasized that such large gatherings on these precarious structures present a significant danger, potentially leading to accidents and other unfortunate incidents.
To preempt any similar mishaps this year, the City Police Commissioner, in collaboration with senior police officers and officials from the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC), conducted a thorough joint survey of all buildings along the procession route. This initiative was undertaken in strict adherence to established Standard Operating Procedures for effective crowd management.
The comprehensive survey pinpointed several buildings as being old and dilapidated, including prominent locations such as the Lansdowne Building, various structures around K.R. Circle, Devaraja Market, Panchamukhi Circle, and the Horse Stand, among others.
Owners of these identified properties were promptly notified in a dedicated meeting. They were explicitly informed that no public viewing of the Jumboo Savari will be allowed from their unsafe premises during the eagerly anticipated Dasara festivities.
Mark your calendars: this year’s grand Jumboo Savari is set to enchant audiences on October 2.
Furthermore, the City Police Commissioner’s office strongly advised the public against attempting to climb old buildings, unfinished constructions, trees, poles, or any other potentially dangerous spots along the route. Instead, everyone is encouraged to utilize the officially designated safe viewing areas to enjoy the magnificent procession.