Excelsior Correspondent
SRINAGAR, Oct 15: Thousands of devotees flock to Dastgeer Sahib shrine in the Khanyar area of Srinagar today to participate in the annual Urs of the 11th-century Sufi saint Sheikh Syed Abdul Qadir Jeelani (RA), revered as Dastgeer Sahib.
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The event, marked by deep religious fervor, draws a large number of worshipers who offer special prayers and seek divine blessings. Held annually in the Islamic month of Rabi Us Sani, the Urs is celebrated at both the Khanyar and Saraibala shrines, where devotees pay obeisance at the revered sites. Throughout the day, a solemn spiritual atmosphere prevails, with the saint’s relics displayed after each of the five daily prayers.
Night-long prayers, or Shab Khawani, took place at the Khanyar shrine, with worshipers praying for peace, prosperity, and stability in the region. The shrines were adorned with festive decorations, and vendors lined the surrounding streets, selling local delicacies and goods. Nearby markets were illuminated with vibrant lights, enhancing the festive ambiance.
Syed Darakhshan Andrabi, Chairperson of the Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board, visited the Khanyar shrine to oversee the arrangements. She reviewed the facilities provided by the Waqf Board in collaboration with other departments and instructed officials to further upgrade the shrine’s amenities.
Dr. Andrabi also acknowledged the efforts of the district administration and Government agencies in ensuring the smooth conduct of the celebrations.
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