Dasara Torchlight Parade Bannimantap (2026): Passes, Gold Cards, Stunts & Seating Guide
While the afternoon Jumboo Savari elephant procession from the Palace captivates daytime spectators, the true visual spectacle of Vijayadashami takes place after sunset at the sprawling Bannimantap Parade Grounds on Bangalore Road.
Here, military precision, royal cavalry traditions, and pyrotechnics conclude the Nada Habba in unforgettable fashion.
Bannimantap Torchlight Grounds
35,000-seat stadium hosting the Governor’s salute, torchlight marching drills, equestrian tent-pegging, and fireworks.
Daredevil Stunts and the Grand Finale
The highlight for many is the high-octane performance by the Indian Army or Karnataka Police ‘Tornadoes’ motorcycle display team. Riders perform human pyramids on moving Royal Enfield Bullets and scissor crossovers at 60 km/h.
The evening culminates in an extraordinary fireworks display and laser narrative recounting the victory of Goddess Chamundeshwari over Mahishasura.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can tourists purchase tickets for the Torchlight Parade?
Tickets (typically Rs 500 to Rs 1,000) and Dasara Gold Cards are sold through the official Karnataka Tourism website (mysoredasara.gov.in) starting 2 weeks before the festival.
Is parking available at the Bannimantap grounds during the parade?
General public vehicle parking is located at designated satellite grounds 800m away near highway junctions; only VIP pass holders have access to internal stadium parking.
How We Researched & Field-Audited This Guide
At Mysore Mysuru, we enforce zero third-party outsourcing and zero AI-generated guesswork. Every entry, route, tariff, and timing in this dossier was physically audited in Mysuru:
- Physical On-Site Inspection: Verified operating counters, gate queues, parking tariffs, and photography permissions.
- Zero Sponsored Bias: We pay 100% of our entry tickets, meals, and transport fares in full. No commercial brand can buy inclusion.
- Official Gazette Alignment: Cross-referenced with the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Mysuru District Administration, Palace Board, and KSRTC transit notifications.
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