Festival in Jammu

7 Things to Know about the historic 600 years old festival of Bhaderwah; Mela Patt

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Bhaderwah as it is known as Chota Kashmir is popular for the festivals and fairs of every community. It is a region of fairs and festivals in Jammu . Its fairs and festivals have profoundly enriched the culture of the people. Mela Patt is a famous festival of Bhaderwah. Here are seven things to know … Read more

Spectacular Images & Videos of Baisakhi celebrations by Directorate of Tourism, Jammu

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As part of three day long ‘Baisakhi Celebrations’, Directorate of Tourism, Jammu organized a cultural carnival from Balidan Stambh to Bagh-e-Bahu. A cultural carnival of ethnically dressed artists was flagged off from Balidan Stambh to Bagh-e-Bahu by the chief guest Rigzin Samphael, Commissioner Secretary, Tourism Department. Here are some pictures and video of what the … Read more

How much Jammu in Jammu Mahotsav 2019?

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Jammu Mahotsav 2019 is over. Without judging the success and failure of the festival, let us highlight what Jammu missed in the festival. In an article written in the State Times, Malu Sharma writes: The latest step in the stride to dislodge Dogra legacy is the so called Jammu Mahotsav, wherein ‘Jammu’ was seen totally … Read more

Kunchoth – Festival envisages a message for the union of two souls celebrated in Doda and Bhaderwah

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For Hindus Like Karvachouth in other parts of the country, and Jammu region too, Kunchoth is a local festival celebrated with enthusiasm and religious fervour in Doda and Bhaderwah area of Jammu region. As many families from these two districts have migrated to Jammu district also, they celebrate the festival here too with great fervour. … Read more

Why Women of Duggar are observing Pugga Vrat?

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Today women of Duggar are observing a traditional Dogra fast called as Pugga Vrat. The fast is observed on the fourth day of Krishna paksha, (the fading phase of moon) in the month of Magha according to Hindu lunar calendar.  Here is everything you need to know about it: Pugga Vrat is also called Sakat … Read more

Do you know about the traditional way of celebrating Diwali in our Duggar pradesh?

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Diwali is also known as Deepavali or Divali and is a Hindu festival symbolising the victory of light over darkness, good over evil and knowledge over ignorance. The Festival of Lights celebrates Rama-chandra returning to his people after 14 days of exile. Rama is the seventh incarnation of the god Vishnu. During his exile, it is … Read more

Dhanteras : Things you should buy for a prosperous year

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Dhanteras which falls two days before Diwali is one of the most auspicious days of the year — it is said that whatever you buy on this festival will reap rich benefits for you in the long run. Dogras usually buy utensils on the day. By now, most of us would have shopped and bought … Read more

What Dogra Women do on Karva Chauth

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It’s Karva Chauth and the moon continues to hold fort this day.  TV and movies have promoted Karwachauth like nothing before. Still here is how a typical Karwachauth of a Dogra lady is celebrated : Sargi: Days prior to the fast, mother in laws gift feniyaan-katlamme and other gifts to their daughter in law. Brothers … Read more

Doctor sahib who make effigies for Dussehra in Jammu & Kashmir

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Mohammad Gayasuddin, a Unani practitioner from Uttar Pradesh, takes a break from his practice for a month every year so that he can come to Jammu and Kashmir and make effigies of Ravana, Kumbhkarana and Meghnath for Dussehra. He manages a team of 60 artists, who travel to the state to create effigies for the … Read more

Things to Know About Nag Panchami: Essential festival of Dogra culture

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Naag Panchami dogra

Naag Panchami, is a key Hindu festival dedicated to Serpent gods. Various stories and folklores are associated with the day and the day itself is celebrated on separate dates according to the local culture. While the nation celebrated Naag Panchami in August, Nag Panchami, a traditional way to faithfully worship the serpent deity in Dogra households. The … Read more

Things which one should not miss on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan in Jammu

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Happy Raksha Bandhan Jammu

Jammu is celebrating Raksha Bandhan, or Rakkhdi as we call it today. Here are some things which one should not miss on the occasion: Meet your siblings: Rakkhdi is time for siblings to meet. Today’s youngsters often leave home to work in other cities.In such a condition, one hardly gets enough occasion to meet their siblings. So … Read more

Navratri : Five temples in Jammu you can visit

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Navratri : Five temples in Jammu you can visit

Navratri are the nine divine nights of a festival, dedicated in the honour of Goddess Durga. The biggest annual festival is celebrated at every temple of Maa Durga across the state. Temples across the state would be brimming with devotees during these nine days. Here is the list of five must visit temples in Jammu decked … Read more

9 Special Dogra Dishes You Can Have For This Navratri Vrat

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Navratri Vrat dogra dishes food

Navratri translates to Nine Nights in Hindi and is a very special occasion for Hindus across the Jammu division, especially up in the North India. Navratri celebrations are spread across a period of nine days, which are dedicated to the Goddess Durga and her nine divine forms. Observing the ritualistic Navratri fasts is also a … Read more

Dogri lohri geet

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Lohri song dogri

Songs are an inseparable part of the Lohri festival. The highlight of the celebration of the occasion is in fact the singing of traditional songs especially related to the festival during nighttime while dancing round the bonfire. Jammu Virasat brings you Dogri lohri geet.

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हिरणा-हिरणा शाली दे,सुते दे बिजाली दे
हिरणे मारी लते दी,चूड़ पजी खटे दी|
हरण आया समोती दा,खोलो जंदरा कोठी दा|

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Wish you a happy Lohri!

Basohli Ramlila the best in India: ABP News

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Popular news channel ABP News had conducted a nationwide contest among various Ramlilas of India. Entries were received from all over the country to be awarded as the Best Ramlila of India. Among the toppers, two were Ramlila committees from metro cities; but the top position was acquired by an unexpected entry from Basohli, Jammu. … Read more

Missed Ravan dahan? Watch here collection of videos across Jammu & Kashmir

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Victory of good over evil was celebrated in most parts of Jammu and Kashmir on eve of Dussehra. Towering effigies of Ravan, Kumbhakaran (Ravan’s brother) and Meghanad (his son) were set on fire at dusk. Raamleela, stage play of Lord Rama’s story also came to an end with the end of the three villains. Here are a few glimples of Ravan dahan from all over the state:

Dussehra celebrations at Parade Ground, Jammu


Kashmiri Pandits celebrate Dussehra in Srinagar

Celebrating Dussehra at Ram Leela Ground Kathua

Dussehra at Gandhi Nagar jammu

Samba (Jammu) city Dussehra