Udhampur, Aug. 23 -- The three-day Sankari Devta Fair concluded on Friday at the Sankari Devta Temple in Meer village of Panchari block.

The fair attracted over 50,000 participants, including locals and visitors from surrounding areas.

Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Saloni Rai, described the fair as an ancient and revered event that holds deep significance for the community.

Rai said, "This is an ancient fair. People have great respect for this place. More than 50,000 people participated in this fair. Many cultural programmes were organised here. People living in nearby areas also set up stalls here, which also gives an economic boost."

According to the Ministry of Tourism, the Sankri Devta temple is located in the village of Meer, in ...