Thousands of devotees gather at Martand Sun Temple for Ban Mass Mela during Purushottam Maas
Anantnag, June 15,2026- The annual Ban Mass Mela was observed with great religious fervor and devotion at the historic Martand Sun Temple in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir during the auspicious occasion of Purushottam Maas. A large number of devotees from different parts of the region gathered at the ancient temple complex to offer […]
Sacred Baan Mass mela draws devotees to historic Martand Sun Temple in Kashmir
Anantnag, May 24,2026- Devotees gathered at the historic Martand Sun Temple in Mattan area of Anantnag district to offer prayers during the ongoing traditional sacred fair known as the Baan Mass Mela (Banmas). The mela is being observed during Purushottam Maas, also known as Adhik Maas, which is considered highly auspicious in the Hindu lunar […]
The Martand Sun Temple and King Lalitaditya: A testament to Kashmir’s glorious past
The Martand Sun Temple, nestled in the serene landscapes of Anantnag in Jammu and Kashmir, stands as an enduring symbol of Kashmir’s rich civilizational heritage. Dedicated to Surya, the Hindu Sun God, this architectural marvel was commissioned by the legendary Karkota dynasty ruler, King Lalitaditya Muktapida, in the 8th century CE. The temple, with its […]
Kashmir is safe and divine: Minister Shekhawat invites Indians to visit during Amarnath Yatra 2025
Anantnag, June 19, 2025: Union Minister of Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat has declared Kashmir a safe, divine, and culturally rich destination, inviting all Indians to experience its unparalleled beauty during the Amarnath Yatra 2025 and beyond. Speaking during a visit to the historic Martand Sun Temple in Anantnag, south Kashmir, Shekhawat assured pilgrims […]
Union tourism minister Shekhawat and J&K CM Omar Abdullah hold dinner meet to discuss tourism revival
Srinagar, June 19, 2025 – Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, during a two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir, joined Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for a dinner interaction on June 18, 2025, to discuss strategies for revitalising the region’s tourism sector. The meeting, held in a warm and cordial atmosphere, focused on enhancing infrastructure, promoting […]