REASI, JUNE 28: The second day
of Aghar Jitto Mela witnessed heavy rush of the tourists and devotees from
various parts of the State and country here today.
As per the tradition, a Shobha Yatra was taken out and the
chains and other antique objects of farmer saint Baba Jitto were brought in
Palki from holy place Raja Mandlik to the temple.
Scores of devotees took part in the
Shobha Yatra amid chanting of bhajans and beating of drum, which
passed through the market adjacent to the temple. The sounds of drum and
traditional karks (ballads) amused the audience.
The devotees also took shower in the local stream revered
as holy and with healing qualities.
The people also took keen interest in the stalls set up by
the district administration to educate people about the government schemes.
Meanwhile, children were seen playing games and enjoying
other recreation activities at the fair.
The district administration and local committee members
have made adequate arrangements for the comfort of the visitors.
The famous Dogri play on the life of farmer saint
"Baba Jitto" was presented by the Natrang theatre group.
