Urs Mubarak celebrations of Hazrat Mir Baba Hyder (RA) to commence on 27th July in Tullamulla
DDC Chairperson issues instructions to provide all necessary facilities for the pilgrims
Urs Rahim Saeb Safapora to be met with similar preparedness and facilitation
Ganderbal, July 19: The sacred occasion of Urs Mubarak of Hazrat Mir Baba Hyder (RA) is scheduled to be celebrated in Tullamulla on 27th, this month.
With the significant event drawing near, the authorities are making extensive preparations, and a main Shab-e-Khawani is set to be performed on 26th July (7th Muharram). Typically, the celebration spans a week from the first day of Muharram (20th July) as devotees gather to pay homage to the revered saint.
To ensure a smooth and comfortable experience for all pilgrims participating in this holy occasion, a crucial meeting was convened, presided over by Chairperson, District Development Council (DDC) Ganderbal, Nuzhat Ishfaq.
The meeting was attended by ADDC Ganderbal Mushtaq Ahmad Simnani, Ex-MLA Ishfaq Jabbar, officers from the Wakf Board, and other officials, graced the gathering.
During the meeting, DDC Chairperson Nuzhat Ishfaq issued several instructions, underlining the importance of providing all necessary facilities for the pilgrims.
A key focus of the discussions was to ensure uninterrupted power supply throughout the celebrations and power department was directed to ensure continuous electricity to the holy shrine and its surroundings.
In the quest to maintain impeccable hygiene around the revered shrine, the municipality department received instructions to deploy sufficient employees to ensure cleanliness and proper maintenance of toilets, with the use of suckers to remove waste material efficiently.
DDC Chairperson also addressed the concerns related to street lights in the vicinity of the shrine to enhance the overall safety and ambiance for the pilgrims.
Special attention was given to the repair and maintenance of ladies’ bathrooms, catering to the specific needs of female pilgrims, reflecting the inclusive spirit of the celebrations.
Recognizing the importance of access to drinking water, Jalshakti Department Ganderbal was entrusted with the responsibility of providing round-the-clock facilities to ensure devotees have ample drinking water throughout the event.
Nuzhat Ishfaq expressed her sincere desire for the officials to prioritize the comfort and convenience of the pilgrims, ensuring they have a memorable and seamless experience during this joyous occasion.
In addition to the Urs Mubarak celebrations, it was emphasized that similar preparedness and facilitation should be extended for the Urs Rahim Sahib Safapora, beginning the following day.