Addressing the gathering atop Chamundi Hill in Mysuru, Mushtaq said: "I am inaugurating the grand Dusshera festival today with the blessings of Mother Chamundeshwari. "In this regard, despite all impediments and the creation of a historical situation in the state, Mother Chamundi has ensured that I stand before you all today," she added. "This is the most precious moment of my life, to be here with you all in this significant, sacred moment, under the shadow of Mother Chamundi. It is a festival of culture, a moment of inclusion for all, and a fair of integrity," she reiterated. Mother Chamundi stands for courage and empathy; let her destroy hatred and intolerance," she underlined.