Mysuru Palace, zoo draw over 2.8 lakh visitors during Dasara

Mysuru witnessed a major tourist rush during Dasara 2026, with the Mysuru Palace attracting 1.24 lakh visitors in nine days and the zoo recording 1.57 lakh visitors in 11 days. Zoo revenue increased to ₹1.93 crore from ₹1.91 crore last year. Shifting Yuva Dasara outside the city also helped ease traffic congestion during the celebrations.