Lohri Festival concludes in Jammu

Jammu (Jammu & Kashmir), January 14, 2015 - Two day long Lohri Festival concluded with lightening of traditional fire at Raghunath Bazar Chowk, here today. The festival was organized by the Tourism Department in collaboration with Business Associations of Jammu to showcase the unique and rich cultural heritage of Jammu and also to promote cultural tourism in the State of Jammu & Kashmir. The famous “Raghunath Bazaar” wore a festive look with Food Stalls, Cultural Show and beautiful illuminations.

In the evening, a procession was flagged off from Sabzi Mandi passing through Parade Chowk and the procession culminated at Raghunath Bazar. The main attractions of the procession were Dhol, Narsingha, Chajja, Haran, and Kudd dance, besides recitation of Sanskrit Hymns by scholars from Sanskrit Vidyalaya.At Raghunath Bazar chowk, artists presented short skits depicting the traditional Lohri Festival, which is traditionally celebrated to mark the end of harsh cold season.

A number of people from all walks of life were present on the occasion who witnessed the cultural programmes presented by the artists. Director Tourism Jammu, Joint Director Tourism, Deputy Director Tourism, Secretary JKAACL, Chairman Paryatan Vikas Mandal, Chairman IATO Jammu Chapter, President Tourism Promotion Council and President Raghunath Bazar also attended the function.