24th Annual Shri Naag Devta Mela Begins in Reasi with Religious Fervour and Cultural Festivity

The 24th Annual Shri Naag Devta Mela Sujandhar-2026 commenced on Thursday at Shri Naag Devta Sathan in Panchayat Sujandhar, Block Bhomag, Reasi, with religious fervour, cultural enthusiasm and active participation of the local community.The three-day annual mela was inaugurated by Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Reasi, Krishan Lal, who participated in the traditional pooja of Naag Devta and sought blessings for the peace, prosperity and well-being of the people.The mela features a range of religious, cultural and sports activities aimed at promoting the rich traditions and local talent of the area. A volleyball match was also organised on the inaugural day, while schoolchildren and local singers presented colourful cultural performances, entertaining the gathering.Ex-DDC Chairman Saraf Singh Naag, ACD Reasi Mukesh Sharma, Mela Officer-cum-BDO Bhomag Vinod Verma and former BDC Chairperson Panthal Chander Mohan were among those present. Officers and representatives of the District Administration Reasi also attended the inaugural programme.The event is being organised by the Shri Naag Devta Mela and Dangal Committee, Sujandhar, under the presidentship of Prem Singh, with the support and participation of local residents.The annual mela holds significant religious and cultural importance for the people of the region and serves as a platform for preserving local traditions while encouraging sports and cultural activities.The celebrations will continue for the next two days and will conclude on September 20 with the traditional Dangal, which remains one of the major attractions of the annual event.