Kalpa Media House | Mysuru |
Even before the sun broke through the morning mist and the winter chill loosened its grip, the forecourt of the Kote Anjaneya Temple near the Mysuru Palace came alive with history and rhythm on Sunday. For the first time in the city, a heritage-themed flash mob performed by schoolchildren unfolded, beautifully capturing Mysuru’s rich cultural legacy and winning the hearts of onlookers.
For nearly half an hour, 170 students of Purna Chetana School transported the audience into a vibrant world of the past through 14 songs rooted in history, folk traditions and patriotism. Their synchronised movements, expressive performances and infectious enthusiasm transformed the quiet morning into a celebration of Mysuru’s timeless heritage.
Following the flash mob, the Mysuru Heritage Treasure Hunt, based on the city’s history and traditions, was formally flagged off. Inaugurating the event, renowned orthopaedic specialist and founder of BKG Avanth Hospital, Dr T. N. Balakrishna Gowda, said protecting Mysuru’s heritage is a collective responsibility.
“The uniqueness of Mysuru lies in its history and heritage. This legacy, which has flourished for centuries, must be carefully preserved and passed on to future generations,” he said. On the occasion, he also announced free medical check-ups worth ₹5,000 for the winners at BKG Avanth Hospital.
The chief guest, noted pulmonologist Dr Lakshmi Narasimhan R, said the Mysuru Heritage Treasure Hunt effectively introduced the city’s history, heritage, charm and elegance to children as well as their parents.
“The competition was designed in a highly engaging manner that challenged participants intellectually. Through such initiatives, we must ensure that our cultural greatness is passed on to the next generation,” he observed.
At the start of the event, every participating team was provided with a special treasure kit containing 10 clues. Participants were challenged to identify and reach major heritage landmarks of the city, including Cheluvamba Mansion, the Railway Station, ORI, Crawford Hall, the old Deputy Commissioner’s Office and the Town Hall, among others.
Completing the challenge in 1 hour and 18 minutes, Hrudya, a Class 7 student of Purna Chetana School, along with her father Bhuvaneshwar, won the first prize, drawing special attention by completing the hunt using an auto-rickshaw. Another Class 7 student of the same school, Arohi Singh, along with her father Santosh Kumar Singh, secured the second prize. Ritvi, a Class 5 student of Vasavi Cultural School, K.R. Nagar, along with Tejesh Gowda, won the third prize.
Cash prizes of ₹10,000, ₹7,500 and ₹5,000, along with trophies, were awarded to the winners.
School CEO Darshan Raj, CAO Madhurya Ramaswamy, Secretary Dr. Rajini, Trustee Praveen, and others were present.
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