Prashanth to carry golden howdah in this year’s Jamboo Savari

Dhananjaya named reserve ambari elephant; Abhimanyu will be Nishane elepahantTusker Prashanth will succeed veteran elephant Abhimanyu as the lead elephant to carry the 750-kg golden howdah during the Jamboo Savari, the grand finale of Mysuru Dasara, on October 21.The Forest Department announced the selection of the 54-year-old Prashanth on Wednesday, citing his experience, physical fitness, calm temperament and overall suitability for the prestigious responsibility.