Activists Demand Cancellation of Kambala in Mysuru Dasara, Threaten Mass Protest
By ETF Desk
In a bold appeal, animal‑rights activists urged Karnataka Chief Minister E. H. Shivakumar to scrap the traditional Kambala camel race scheduled for Mysuru’s Dasara celebrations, highlighting animal welfare concerns that have resurfaced in recent months.
The call comes after a series of incidents involving injured camels during the 2022 Kambala season and a growing movement to modernise cultural festivals. Activists accuse the event of causing unnecessary suffering to animals and argue that it no longer aligns with contemporary ethical standards.
Should the state refuse to cancel the event, the activists have warned of a massive, organized protest across Mysuru and neighboring districts, potentially leading to clashes with crowd‑control forces. Source: Google News – Udupi.