Sir,
I would like to request Minister of Tourism and Culture to develop the historic ‘Barat’ route of Lord Shiva from Chenani to Mantalai for promotion of religious pilgrimage and tourism. one highlighted it will be throughout the year flow of yatris like Mata Vaishno Devi Ji. “Lord Shiva”, the Chief God in Hindu faith has special connection with Chenani area. The Chandervanshi kings of Chenani ruled in the name of Lord Shiva. Legends say that Lord Shiva married Goddess Parvati at Mantalai. The Barat of Lord Shiva appeared at Chenani. The Barat stayed in ancient temple of Lord Shiva at Chenani for the night. The Barat was accompanied by all Devitas, Rishi-Muni, Bhoot-Parates and Pisach etc. The Baratis were in their different appearances.
Next day the Barat stayed for some time in beautiful temple complex of Mandir Dushala and proceeded further to Benisang for the night stay in old Shiv Temple there. This place is of great religious importance for the Hindus as Holy Devika, Tawi and Bharathari meets here. Raja Himachal had made elaborate arrangements here. The ‘Nandi’ was tied to a local ‘Kharak’ tree as per local saying. Finally, the Barat reached Mantalai and marriage was held as per Vedic rituals. The Vedi hawan kund still exists in the shape of a big pond. The Barat route and other foot prints of happenings of those days passed on from generations to present age.
The Barat route of Lord has not been connected by any road till this time. The Yatris travel on foot to seek blessings of Lord Shiva. The State Govt should develop these places of religious faith and tourism importance to boost economy of the area.
Yours etc……
Rajinder Chand Anthal
Anthal House, Chenani
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