People of all faiths come together at Kheer Bhawani fair in Ganderbal

Jun 13, 2022

Ganderbal (Jammu&Kashmir), June 13 (ANI): No Matter what religion we follow, we are one family’…These words showcasing India’s strong bond of secularism resonated loudly at the Kheer Bhawani temple located in Tulmulla village of Jammu and Kashmir’s Ganderbal district. Housing the shrine of Ragnya devi, a revered goddess of Kashmiri Pandits, the temple is the holiest destination for the community, who visit it mostly during the annual festival that falls on Jyestha Ashtami. Though it is a big occasion for Kashmiri Pandits, people from all communities eagerly take part in it, setting a beautiful example of peace and brotherhood. It is said Pandits from faraway places visit this temple only on the occasion of ‘Kheer Bhawani’ but for the entire year it’s the Muslims of the area who pray for the return of their Hindu brethren to the valley.