Tourists visiting Mandya, Mysuru in a fix after curbs, cancellations on account of ex-PM's death

NT Correspondent

Mysuru: Tourists who had come far from places to see the musical fountain at Krishnaraja Sagar (KRS) Reservoir are left disappointed as the musical fountain show has been suspended due to the state mourning following the death of former PM Manmohan Singh. Even the illumination of Mysuru Palace has been cancelled during the weekend as a mark of respect to the former PM. As state mourning has been declared for seven days, Cauvery Neeravari Nigam Limited has restricted the entry of tourists to the musical fountain till January first midnight. It is one of the major attractions for tourists at Brindavan Gardens. The musical fountain was recently upgraded by dam authorities by utilizing high-end technology with new features added.

It has been drawing a huge crowd at the tourist site. However, tourists can visit KRS Dam, Brindavan Gardens, Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary and other tourist spots in Mandya district The illumination of Mysore Palace, other cultural events and New Year celebrations besides the fireworks display and the police band performance have all been restricted till January 1. Despite such restrictions, Mysuru continued to witness a surge in tourist footfalls on Sunday leading to traffic chaos in and around Mysuru Palace, Mysore Zoo, Exhibition ground, Chamundi Hill and other tourist spots due to the long weekend.