48th annual Urs of Sufi saint Baji Mian Lal Din observed at Sora Pani in J-K's Rajouri
Rajouri, June 23
The 48th annual Urs of renowned Sufi saint Baji Mian Lal Din was observed with great religious fervour and devotion at Sora Pani village in Budhal block of Rajouri district. Thousands of devotees from different parts of Jammu and Kashmir participated in the three-day Urs celebrations held from June 18 to 20.
People belonging to all religions and communities attended the Urs, reflecting the message of communal harmony, brotherhood and peace propagated by the revered saint. A common langar was organised where devotees sat together without any distinction of caste, creed or religion and shared meals.
Locals informed that the shrine remains a centre of faith throughout the year and a free langar service continues round the clock for visitors and devotees.
Speaking to ANI, a local said, "The concluding prayers (Dua-e-Khair) were held during the Urs, during which religious scholars and clerics prayed for peace, prosperity and brotherhood in Jammu and Kashmir and across the country. Special prayers were also offered for the well-being of the youth and to keep them away from the menace of drug abuse."
Devotees from various districts of Jammu and Kashmir visited the shrine to pay their respects and seek blessings. The Urs was marked by spiritual gatherings, recitation of religious verses and prayers for peace, unity and human welfare.
The organisers highlighted that the shrine has long been a symbol of faith, communal harmony and service to humanity, attracting devotees from all walks of life every year.
Located around 60 kilometres from Rajouri headquarters, the shrine of Baji Mian Ghulam Nabi Nakshbandi remains one of the prominent spiritual destinations in the remote Pir Panjal belt, drawing large numbers of devotees and continuing to inspire interfaith harmony.
Baji Mian, a revered Sufi saint from Kashmir, arrived in this region many years ago and was settled in Tarimili Sharif, where he passed away. His shrine has become a symbol of spiritual solace and unity. It is said that anyone who came to him with a sincere wish or request had it fulfilled, earning him a special place in the hearts of people from all walks of life.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Such events are rare gems in today's divided world. I wish more people could witness this spirit of brotherhood. The fact that they also prayed for youth to stay away from drugs shows how relevant these traditions are even today. J-K needs more of this positivity.
I'm from the US but have been following Sufi traditions in India for years. This is such a beautiful example of how spirituality can transcend boundaries. The free langar running 24/7 for visitors is incredible - reminds me of the Golden Temple's langar, but on a smaller scale. Truly inspiring!
While I respect the sentiment, I wish more attention was given to the region's development rather than just religious events. Rajouri has seen much turmoil over the years. But yes, these gatherings do bring people together, and that's important. Hopefully, the peace prayers translate into real action for the area.
Sufi saints like Baji Mian were the real ambassadors of peace. The fact that his Urs is still celebrated after 48 years shows the deep-rooted faith people have. I'm a Hindu, but I've always felt a connection to Sufi teachings. These shrines are treasures of our composite culture. Jai Hind 🇮🇳
I'm from Kashmir and these Urs celebrations are an integral part of our culture. The shrine at Sora Pani is a peaceful place, but we must also remember that communal harmony is a two-way street. Events like this should be used to promote dialogue among communities. The prayers against drug abuse are particularly relevant today.