Dehradun, Jan. 15 -- CM inaugurates Uttarkashi's Magh Mela

Garhwal Post Bureau

Uttarkashi, 14 Jan: On the occasion of Makar Sankranti, the renowned and historic Magh Mela (Barahat Ku Thaulu) commenced today in Uttarkashi. The ancient Magh Mela was formally inaugurated in the august presence of the palanquins of Kandar Devta, the presiding Deity of Barahat Patti, and Hari Maharaj of the Baragaddi region, in the presence of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. Held at the Ramleela Ground, this week-long traditional fair-popularly known as Barahat Ka Thaulu-is a living embodiment of the district's unique religious and cultural traditions.

A large number of people from various regions arrived in Uttarkashi to participate in the Magh Mela, a...