India, Nov. 15 -- Mysuru, Nov. 15 - Stating that Nandi Dhwaja and Mysuru enjoy centuries old bonding, MP Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar said that the two have maintained a great tradition, reflecting the cultural richness of the State.

He was speaking after inaugurating the programme organised by the city's Sri Shivapada Guruseva Nandi Dhwaja Samsthe for the unveiling of the bronze bust of Shivayogi Sri Shivapada Swamiji in front of the Samsthe office located beside Kuderu Mutt on Basaveshwara Main Road here and the 89th anniversary of the Samsthe this morning.

"Mutts have been working for saving and sustaining our religion and culture that portray the country's cultural richness, including the famed Nandi Dhwaja folk art form....