New Delhi, July 10 -- The State Government is moving forward with plans to host an Air Show during this year's Mysuru Dasara festivities. Yesterday, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah met Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi and formally sought permission for the event.

The 2025 Mysuru Dasara celebrations are scheduled to take place from Sept. 22 to Oct. 2. The CM informed the Defence Minister that, as in previous years, elaborate preparations are underway to celebrate the festival in a vibrant and unique manner.

A wide array of programmes is being planned to showcase Karnataka's rich cultural heritage and traditions. As part of these efforts, the State Government intends to organise an Air Show.

It may be recalled that the India...