Excelsior Correspondent
UDHAMPUR, June 28: Thousands of people from Udhampur, Ramnagar, Chenani, Bhaderwah and Dudu-Basantgarh area thronged Top Shivgali temple of Mata Chandi where annual Mela was organised today.
Holy Chharri of Mata Chandi from Bhaderwah alongwith a large number of devotees led by head priest of the temple, reached historic temple of Mata Chandi at Top Shivgali, located at a mountain pass surrounded by thick forests of Deodar in Dudu today. The Chharri Yatra from Bhaderwah reached picturesque Dudu town on June 26 and next day had stayed at Upper Balota where Jagrata of Mata Chandi was held throughout the night.
Today, Holy mace (Charri) reached the temple at Shivgali Top and people offered special prayers. A large Langar was also organised by the Management Committee of the Temple/ Yatra at the site. After special prayers at the temple, Holy Chharri reached Dudu town this evening and after taking night halt, will leave for Bhaderwah tomorrow morning. A grand mela was organised at the Shivgali Top like every year. Several stalls of sweets, toys, Maniyari items, fruits and other eatables were established at the site.
Main attraction at the Mela was Bhaderwahi Kud performed by local artists and Pahari and Bhaderwahi songs presented by the locals. The local administration had made elaborate arrangements for the smooth conduct of Yatra and the annual Mela.
Dudu is a unique upcoming tourist spot of district Udhampur brought under Patnitop Development Authority (PDA) in the recent past. Fascinating scenic beauty and unique weather of Shivgali (Dudu) attracts thousands of nature lovers and tourists to this area.
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