Mysore/Mysuru, June 19 -- Rare two-day Panchami Tithi adds an extra day; celebrations from Sept. 22 to Oct. 2

In a historic first, the grand Mysuru Dasara festival will extend beyond its traditional ten-day span this year. The 2025 edition of Nada Habba will be celebrated for 11 days from Sept. 22 to Oct. 2.

Scholars have confirmed that this is the first time in over four centuries that the festival's Navaratri rituals will last an extra day. The extension arises because 'Panchami Tithi', an auspicious day in lunar cycle, will occur on two consecutive days - Sept. 26 and Sept. 27 - according to 'Panchanga'.

Speaking to Star of Mysore, Dr. Shelvapillai Iyengar, Assistant Professor, Department of Studies and Research in Ancient History a...