Jammu : Thousands of people gathered at the annual Ranbir Canal fair in Jammu to celebrate the festival of Baisakhi on Wednesday. The fair, which is held every year on the banks of the Ranbir Canal, attracts visitors from across the region who come to enjoy the festivities and soak in the cultural and religious significance of the event.
Baisakhi marks the beginning of the Sikh New Year and is celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervor by the Sikh community, as well as other communities in the region. The festival is also an occasion to mark the harvest season and thank God for a bountiful harvest.
The fair, which is organized by the Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Department, featured a range of cultural and entertainment activities, including music and dance performances, food stalls, and games. Visitors also had the opportunity to participate in religious ceremonies and rituals, including the ardas and the kirtan.
The fair is an important cultural and social event in the region and is a testament to the spirit of unity and diversity that is characteristic of Jammu and Kashmir. Despite the ongoing pandemic, people turned out in large numbers to celebrate the festival and enjoy the festivities. The authorities had put in place strict COVID-19 protocols to ensure the safety of the visitors.
