Mysuru: Dasara Jumboo Savari has ended on a grand note but there is a simmering discontent among Mahouts as the Forest Department ignored one eligible Mahout and chose a less-experienced Mahout to steer Arjuna, the Howdah-elephant. And that is why the Department officials did not disclose the name of Arjuna’s Mahout till the last moment, allege Mahouts.
The Mahouts, who are levelling allegations against the Forest Department, have come in support of Sannappa alias Mahesha who was not given a chance to lead Arjuna despite his closeness and association with the Howdah-elephant. They are crying injustice as the Department chose Vinu to lead the elephant at the last moment.
