ಮೈಸೂರಿನ ಕಥೆಗಳು

Vajramushti wrestling in the Mysore Dasara tradition.

ಪೈಲ್ವಾನರ ರೋಚಕ ಇತಿಹಾಸ... ವಜ್ರಮುಷ್ಠಿ ಕಾಳಗ... ಮೈಸೂರು ದಸರಾ...

Vajramushti at Mysore Dasara and the garadi houses of Karnataka wrestlers.

ವಜ್ರಮುಷ್ಠಿ ಕಾಳಗ | ಮೈಸೂರು ದಸರಾ | ಪೈಲ್ವಾನರು | ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಗರಡಿ ಮನೆಗಳು...

Traditional wrestling, also known as "Nada Kusti," has a rich history in Mysore, Karnataka. This ancient sport was patronized by the erstwhile rulers of Mysore and was a popular form of entertainment, especially during the Dasara festival ¹. *Key Aspects of Traditional Wrestling in Mysore:* - *Garadi Manes*: These traditional wrestling houses were once abundant in Mysore, with over 250 Garadis in the region. However, many have shut down due to lack of support and maintenance. - *Wrestling Style*: Nada Kusti is a traditional style of wrestling that involves grappling and physical strength. It's different from modern freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling. - *Tournaments*: The Dasara festival in Mysore features traditional wrestling tournaments, attracting wrestlers from across the state and country. - *Challenges*: Despite its rich history, traditional wrestling in Mysore faces challenges such as lack of funding, infrastructure, and government support ² ¹ ³. *Efforts to Revive Traditional Wrestling:* - *Wrestling Academy*: There's a proposal to establish a wrestling academy in Mysore to provide training and support to young wrestlers. - *Government Initiatives*: The state government has allocated funds for restoring traditional wrestling houses and providing wrestling mats to schools. - *Local Initiatives*: Organizations like the Sri Jayachamaraja Wadiyar Garadi Sangha are working to promote traditional wrestling and encourage young wrestlers ¹ ⁴. *Notable Wrestlers from Mysore:* - *Rudra Mooga*: A legendary wrestler from Mysore known for his strength and skills. - *Shankar Chakravarthy*: A renowned wrestler who represented India in international competitions. - *Lokesh*: Another notable wrestler from Mysore who achieved success at the national level ¹ ⁵. Overall, traditional wrestling is an integral part of Mysore's cultural heritage, and efforts are being made to revive and promote this ancient sport ¹.

A visit to the garadi mane in Ranasinghpet, Bengaluru, where Dr Rajkumar wrestled.

ಡಾ ರಾಜಕುಮಾರ್ ಕುಸ್ತಿ ಮಾಡಿದ ಗರಡಿ ಮನೆ ನೋಡಿದೀರಾ... ರಾಣಾ ಸಿಂಗ್ ಪೇಟೆ, ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು Dr Rajkumar

ಡಾ ರಾಜಕುಮಾರ್ ಕುಸ್ತಿ ಮಾಡಿದ ಗರಡಿ ಮನೆ ನೋಡಿದೀರಾ... ರಾಣಾ ಸಿಂಗ್ ಪೇಟೆ, ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು Dr Rajkumar GaradiMane Rana sing Pete Bangalore

A wrestler remembered for a thousand basuki holds in one bout, with no place named.

ಒಂದೇಟಿಗೆ ಸಾವಿರ ಬಸ್ಕಿ ಹೊಡೆದ ಪೈಲ್ವಾನ...

The historic wrestling pits, or garadis, of Durga.

ದುರ್ಗದ ರೋಮಾಂಚಕ ಗರಡಿಗಳು...

The life of Hulipailwan Nanjappa of Durga.

ದುರ್ಗದ ಹುಲಿ ಪೈಲ್ವಾನ್ ನಂಜಪ್ಪ

Jettys and wrestlers, remembered with Ranadheera Kanteerava and Raja Veera Madakari Nayaka.

ಜೆಟ್ಟಿಗಳು... ಪೈಲ್ವಾನರು... ರಣಧೀರ ಕಂಠೀರವ... ರಾಜಾ ವೀರ ಮದಕರಿ ನಾಯಕರು...

Ranadheera Kanteerava as a wrestler.

ಪೈಲ್ವಾನ್ ರಣಧೀರ ಕಂಠೀರವ...

A forgotten traditional gymnasium of Chitradurga.

forgotten and hidden traditional gymnasium of Chitradurga

Boxing in Bangalore.

Boxing in Bangalore

History of Bangalore

Bangalore's oldest traditional gym, a garadi mane.

Bangalore's oldest traditional gym

Garadi mane