Historic 3- day Baisakhi Devika mela successfully concludes in Udhampur
Over 60,000 devotees, visitors throng mela site
UDHAMPUR, APRIL 15: The historic three-day Baisakhi Devika mela, which commenced on April 13, 2025, on the sacred banks of the holy Devika rivulet in Udhampur town, concluded today amidst immense enthusiasm and devotion.
The event witnessed an overwhelming participation of over 60,000 visitors and devotees from various parts of Jammu Province.
On the concluding day, Member Legislative Assembly Udhampur West, Pawan Kumar Gupta, graced the occasion as the chief guest, while Additional District Development Commissioner Udhampur, Rajinder Singh was the guest of honour and DDC Member Narsoo, Subash Chander, DIO/ CEO, Municipality, Rajinder Digra, Mela Officer Tehsildar Udhampur, Jai Singh were the special guests at the concluding day.
While addressing the gathering, the chief guest lauded the tireless efforts of the District Administration for smooth and successful organization of this grand event. He extended warm congratulations to the public for their enthusiastic participation and stated that such traditional fairs are not only reflective of our rich and diverse cultural heritage but also serve as a major attraction for tourists. He further emphasized that these melas significantly contribute to the economic upliftment of the region and act as vital platforms for promoting brotherhood, peace and prosperity.
He also underlined the importance of preserving and promoting the region’s cultural legacy, stating that melas like the Baisakhi Devika Mela are indispensable parts of our cultural identity, encouraging the younger generation to stay connected with their roots.
The three day mela was organized under the overall supervision of Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Saloni Rai, the District Administration made adequate arrangements for the successful culmination of the event. These included robust measures for security, water, power supply, medical care, traffic regulation and sanitation to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
The mela featured a number of temporary sweet shops, toy shops and other eateries by both locals and outside vendors, attracting the general public visiting the mela site.
During the three-day mela, Information Department Udhampur presented cultural programme in which local artists including students from various educational institutions and folk artists from surrounding areas presented performances depicting the traditions of the area and theme-based skits, which were highly appreciated by the audience.
