Mysuru, May 8 -- Private vehicles banned from entering Chamundi Hill on Ashada Fridays and Vardhanti Day

Mysuru Deputy Commissioner G. Lakshmikanth Reddy has directed officials to begin preparations for the upcoming Sri Chamundeshwari Vardhanti and Ashada Fridays, both of which draw thousands of devotees to Chamundi Hill each year.

Chairing a preparatory meeting at the D. Devaraj Urs Hall in the Zilla Panchayat Office yesterday, the DC reviewed arrangements for the observance of Ashada Fridays on June 27, July 4, July 11 and July 18 and the Vardhanti (birthday) of Goddess Chamundeshwari on July 17.

In a move to regulate traffic and ensure safety, the District Administration has decided to restrict private vehicles from entering Chamund...