India, Aug. 21 -- Mysuru's iconic Dasara celebrations are set to soar to new heights this year with an Indian Air Force (IAF) air show planned as part of the festivities.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah confirmed the development, thanking Defence Minister Rajnath Singh for approving the event and extending a formal invitation to him to attend.

In a letter addressed to Singh and shared by the Chief Minister's Office on Thursday, Siddaramaiah expressed gratitude for the Defence Ministry's nod, stating that the air show would "add grandeur" to Mysuru Dasara and instil a sense of pride among the thousands of visitors expected to attend.

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