Wangath (Kangan), June 8: Tens of thousands of devotees on Monday thronged Baba Nagri Wangath in Kangan area of central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district to participate in the 130th annual Urs of Hazrat Mian Nizam-ud-Din Kiyanvi (RA).
Devotees from across Jammu and Kashmir gathered at Wangath, popularly known as Baba Nagri, to pay homage to the revered saint. The two-day Urs, which commenced on Sunday, concluded with special prayers and religious gatherings at the shrine.
Night-long prayers were held, and on the concluding day, a special collective prayer was led by Sajada Nasheen Darbar Baba Ji Larvi, Mian Altaf Ahmad. Devotees prayed for peace, prosperity, unity, brotherhood, and communal harmony.
Addressing the gathering, Mian Altaf Ahmad highlighted the teachings of Islam and the life and contributions of Hazrat Mian Nizam-ud-Din Kiyanvi (RA). He urged people to work for the welfare of humanity and follow the teachings of Islam and the path shown by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
He also prayed for lasting peace in Kashmir and sought blessings and mercy from Almighty Allah. Emphasising the need to address social challenges, he urged the youth to stay away from drugs, focus on education, and contribute positively to society.
Devotees from various parts of Jammu and Kashmir, including Rajouri, Doda, Jammu, Udhampur, Poonch, Kishtwar, Shopian, Anantnag, Kupwara, and Baramulla, attended the annual Urs, which has long been a symbol of spiritual devotion and communal harmony.
