Abhimanyu receives emotional farewell in final Dasara appearance
Leading the procession as the ‘Nishane Ane’, Abhimanyu, was given a rousing welcome by a large number of people as he made his way along the procession route.
Veteran tusker Abhimanyu received an emotional farewell as he made his final appearance in the Mysuru Dasara procession on October 21, 2025. Leading the procession as the 'Nishane Ane', Abhimanyu, who had carried the golden howdah six times, was greeted with enthusiasm by a large crowd along the route. The Forest Department allowed the 60-year-old elephant to participate in the procession one last time, honoring his dedication to Mysuru Dasara for over two decades.
Abhimanyu has also contributed significantly to various operations undertaken by the Forest Department. He has been succeeded by Prashanth as the golden howdah elephant, carrying on the legacy set by celebrated tuskers like Drona, Balarama, and Arjuna.
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