Activists Call on CM Shivakumar to Cancel Kambala at Mysuru Dasara, Warn of Mass Protest

Activists across Karnataka have urged Chief Minister Shivakumar to cancel the Kambala horse racing event scheduled during Mysuru’s Dasara festival, citing safety and animal welfare concerns.

The Kambala, a six‑kilometre race in the wet season, has long been a highlight of the Dasara celebrations. However, recent reports of injuries to both horses and riders, coupled with growing public sentiment against animal exploitation, have spurred calls for its outright prohibition this year.

If the event proceeds, activists warn that a massive protest could erupt across the state, potentially disrupting the festival’s proceedings. Source: Google News – Udupi.