Cancellation of Vajra Mushti Kalaga: Pramoda Devi Wadiyar to issue a statement
Pramoda Devi Wadiyar of the Mysuru royal family plans to issue a statement regarding the cancellation of the traditional Vajra Mushti Kalaga martial arts event. The event was cancelled after wrestlers reported being blocked from entering the palace premises by police.
Why it matters
The incident highlights tensions between traditional cultural practices and modern administrative/security protocols during major public festivals.
Cancellation of Vajra Mushti Kalaga: Pramoda Devi Wadiyar to issue a statement left Pramoda Devi Wadiyar of the erstwhile Mysuru royal family speaking to reporters in Mysuru on Saturday. M.A. Sriram M.A. Sriram https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/ftz859/article71620820.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/5964_24_10_2026_20_7_43_2_PRAMODADEVIWADIYAR.JPG M A Sriram KARNATAKA MYSURU 24/10/26: Ms Pramoda Devi Wadiyar of the erstwhile royal family of Mysuru speaking to reporters in Mysuru on Saturday. PHOTO; M A Sriram. MYSURU Pramoda Devi Wadiyar of the erstwhile royal family of Mysuru has said she will issue a statement shortly on the circumstances that led to the cancellation of the traditional Vajra Mushti Kalaga during the Vijayadashami celebrations at the Mysuru palace on Wednesday. Responding to reporters’ queries in Mysuru, Ms.
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