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| 3-day Mela Patt concludes | | | Early Times Report
Bhaderwah, Aug 31- The three day long holy Mela Patt concluded with traditional gaiety here today. Among the most colorful festivals of Bhaderwah is Mela Patt , which is celebrated to commemorate the historical meeting between Mughal Emperor Akbar and Raja Nagpal of Bhaderwah during 16th century ,at Delhai .
The festival devoted to Lord Vaskui Nag ,the presiding deity of Bhaderwah , is celebrated on Nag Panchmi every year .Mela Patt was initiated by Raja Nagpal in 16th century as the ruler of Bhaderwah principality called Bhaderkashi then .Since then this annual festival is organized after the conclusion of Kailash Yatra where people irrespective of cast ,color and creed participate with full fervor .This year the festival was marked by strict security arrangements made by the local administration to avoid any untoward incident ..
People from all walks of life clad in traditional dresses converge at Khakhal Mohalla ,the site of festival and enjoy traditional Dhakku dance with traditional musical instruments The royal robes that were presented by king Akbar to Raja Nagpal of Bhaderwah in his honour are also displayed during the three day long Mela Patt .
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