Urs of Ghous-ul-Azam celebrated in Kashmir with religious fervour, gaiety

Srinagar, Dec 19: The annual urs of Hazrat Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jeelani, popularly known as Ghous-ul-Azam, Dastageer Sahib, a 11th century saint, was celebrated on Wednesday with religious fervor and gaiety in Kashmir valley.

Despite chilly weather conditions, thousands of people, including women and children, participated in the night-long special prayers at shrines associated with Dastageer sahib. The main function was organised at Khanyar in the Shehar-e-Khas (SeK) and Sarai-Bala near here.

People from different parts of Kashmir valley and outside participated in the prayers at Khanyar, where authorities besides the shrine management had made all arrangements for the devotees. Private transporters have also made arrangements to bring devotees from different parts of the valley to shrine. People prayed for peace and prosperity in the state.

Hundreds of vendors had put up stalls, particularly selling eatables, near the shrine. A number of local organisations were also seen distributing tea and meals to devotees on the occasion.