KISHTWAR, NOVEMBER 10: The 351st annual Urs of Hazrat Shah Asrar-ud-Din Sahib (RHA) was observed with immense devotion here, drawing devotees from across district Kishtwar and other parts of Jammu and Kashmir.
Shah Asrar-ud-Din Sahib, one of Kishtwar’s most venerated saints, symbolizes the area’s shared cultural heritage and interfaith harmony. Every year, thousands of people from diverse backgrounds and regions gather at his shrine to pay homage and seek blessings.
The district administration in collaboration with Auqaf Islamia Kishtwar, have made seamless arrangements to ensure the peaceful observation of the Urs. A significant number of devotees visited the shrine, with necessary provisions in place to facilitate the smooth movement of the Ziareens.
The district administration, under the leadership of Deputy Commissioner Pankaj Kumar Sharma, ensured comprehensive arrangements for the provision of essential facilities to the devotees, including uninterrupted power supply, safe drinking water, essential supplies, security, transport and sanitation, thereby facilitating the smooth and hassle-free conduct of the Urs.
Additionally, a control room was established by the district administration in coordination with the Police Department and District Information Centre Kishtwar to assist pilgrims throughout the Urs. A help desk was also set up by the district administration for the convenience of the pilgrims.
Besides, duty magistrates were deployed at various locations and at the venue to ensure a hassle-free, smooth and safe celebration of the Urs.
