DC finalises arrangements for annual Urs of Hazrat Qamar-Ud-Din Bukhari (RA)

Ganderbal, July 24: Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore Thursday convened a meeting of district officers to review and finalize the necessary arrangements for the upcoming Urs Mubarak of Hazrat Qamar-Ud-Din Bukhari (RA), to be held at Reshipora Saloora, Ganderbal.As per a statement issued here, representatives of Qamaria Auqaf Trust informed during the meeting that the week-long Urs Mubarak will commence from the 6th of Safar as per the Islamic calendar. The main congregation is expected to witness a significant gathering of devotees at the revered shrine of Hazrat Qamar-Ud-Din Bukhari (RA) in Reshipora Saloora. A detailed discussion was held regarding the various arrangements required for the smooth and successful conduct of the religious event.  The meeting finalised comprehensive plans related to uninterrupted power supply, safe drinking water, medicare facilities, fire safety, transport and parking, sanitation, security, and traffic regulation. The DC directed all concerned departments to ensure that all arrangements are put in place well before the commencement of the Urs to provide a smooth, safe, and comfortable experience for the devotees. The Fire & Emergency Services Department was instructed to deploy fire tender at the venue, while the Health Department was asked to station an ambulance with adequate emergency medicines and medical staff.  The Municipal Council Ganderbal was directed to maintain cleanliness at and around the shrine premises, including the approach roads. To ensure safety and order during the large gatherings, the Police and Traffic Departments were tasked with maintaining security and managing traffic regulations effectively. The ARTO was asked to ensure proper transport and parking arrangements for the convenience of the devotees. The Executive Engineer KPDCL was directed to ensure uninterrupted power supply during the Urs days and to keep a generator set ready as backup. DC assured the Representatives of Qamaria Auqaf Trust that the district administration is committed to ensuring that all necessary facilities are in place to facilitate a peaceful and spiritually enriching experience for the devotees participating in the Urs Mubarak