Helicopter rides to add to festive spirit during famed Dasara in Mysuru

MYSURU: An added attraction at the Dasara celebrations in the city will be helicopter rides, being conducted by a private aviation company.

The helicopter ride will last eight minutes.

The heli-tourism initiative was launched by Rajmata Pramoda Devi Wadiyar of the Mysuru royal family on Tuesday. An eight-minute ride will cost Rs 3,999 per person and will be available from September 28 till October 5.

The aviation company is operating two helicopters for the rides.

Chipsan Aviation, which is offering the rides, has deployed two helicopters which will operate from the Jayachamarajendra Wadiyar helipad near Lalit Mahal palace hotel.