CM Omar Abdullah Reviews Preparations for Mata Kheer Bhawani Festival at Tulmulla

||Black and White Digital News ||

||Parvinder Singh June 18,2026||

Srinagar : Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday visited the revered Mata Kheer Bhawani shrine at Tulmulla in Ganderbal district to review the arrangements being made for the annual Mata Kheer Bhawani festival, which is scheduled to be held on June 22.

During his visit, the Chief Minister inspected the facilities and preparations being put in place for the smooth conduct of the festival and the convenience of devotees expected to participate in large numbers.

He directed all concerned departments to ensure the timely provision of essential services, including sanitation, safe drinking water, uninterrupted power supply, healthcare facilities, security measures, and efficient traffic management.

Emphasizing the importance of providing a comfortable and secure environment for pilgrims, Omar Abdullah instructed officials to maintain close coordination and complete all arrangements well before the festival. He stressed that every effort should be made to facilitate devotees and ensure that the annual religious event is conducted seamlessly.

The Mata Kheer Bhawani festival, one of the most significant religious occasions for the Kashmiri Pandit community, attracts devotees from across Jammu and Kashmir and other parts of the country every year.