IndiaOn July 18, 2026, members of several organizations gathered in Mysuru to protest the state government's plan to include kambala—a traditional buffalo race—during the Mysuru Dasara festival. The Joint Action Committee, composed of groups such as the Karnataka Rajya Raitha Sangha (KRRS), Dalit Sangharsha Samiti (DSS), and others, argued that kambala does not align with the cultural and religious significance of Dasara. They adopted six resolutions calling for the cancellation of the event, emphasizing transparency in festival administration, supporting local art and traditions, providing aid to drought-affected farmers, and addressing the health concerns of environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk. Prominent figures like Maj. Gen. (Retd.) S.G. Vombatkere and former MLA A.T. Ramaswamy participated in the demonstration.
Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the protest as a collective effort by social, environmental, and cultural groups advocating for the preservation of local heritage and traditions, while criticizing government decisions that they view as culturally insensitive. The emphasis on transparency, support for local art,旱
