Historic Aghar Jitto Mela-Remembering to a Legendary Farmer

In India various international level fairs and festivals are organized such as Mahakumb Mela, Pushkar Mela etc. which are attended by millions of tourists, traders and devotees across the globe.Union Territory of J&K is also famous for various fairs and festivals as they are the integral part of the people of its inhabitants.

- @ DR. BANARSI LAL

In J&K various types of Melas are organised such as Jhiri Mela, Bahu Mela, Hemis Gompa Mela, Dera Baba Baisakhi Mela, Baba Jitto Mela, Sankari Mela, Sudhmahadev Mela,Moungri Mela etc. which attract thousands of people across the nation. These events add colour and vibrancy to the lives of the people of J&K. These fairs also help to showcase the rich culture of J&K at national and international level through folk songs and dances. Celebration of fairs and festivals in different parts of Jammu region indicates the rich and diverse cultural heritage of the province. The celebration of such fairs and festivals also help to unite the people from all the sections of society. These types of events help us to preserve and transmit our rich culture from generation to generation.Reasi district of Union Territory of J&K is considered as the hub of religious spots. This district is blessed with numerous religious spots and every year thousands of devotees across the nation visit this district. Various religious places such as Vaishno Devi Shrine, Shiv Khori, Baba Dhansar,Nau Devian,Dera Baba Banda Bahadur,Siad Baba etc. are situated in this district. These places are of great religious importance. There are various other religious places in this district which are not frequently visited by the pilgrims but they can also attract more and more of devotees from far and wide. This district is visited by the pilgrims and tourists across the nation throughout the year. Reasi district of J&K is also known for various fairs and festivals.