The 87th Annual Urs-e-Pak of Hazrat Shah Hasan Pir Basfa (R.A.) Celebrated with Great Fervor and Enthusiasm; Municipal Commissioner Inaugurates the Event, Offers Chadar at the Shrine and Prays for Peace and Harmony in the Country
Bhagalpur, Office Correspondent: The 87th annual Urs-e-Pak of Hazrat Shah Hasan Pir Basfa (R.A.), embodying the rich Ganga-Jamuni tehzeeb (composite culture) and mutual brotherhood of Silk City Bhagalpur, concluded successfully amidst great jubilation, deep devotion, and a spiritual ambiance. During this two-day annual Urs celebration, thousands of devotees (akeedatmands) arriving from Bhagalpur as well as various parts of the country paid their respects and offered ziyarat at the shrine of Hazrat. On the first day of the Urs, this religious and cultural event was formally inaugurated in the presence of top Municipal Corporation officials. Commencing with the offering of chadar, prayers continued throughout the day, while soulful qawwali performances added grace and fervor to the night gatherings.
A Massive Influx of Devotees at the Shrine Complex, Chadarposhi, and Prayers
On the occasion of Urs-e-Pak, the shrine of Hazrat Shah Hasan Pir Basfa (R.A.) was magnificently decorated like a bride:
People Gathering Since Morning: From the very first day of the Urs, devotees swarmed the shrine complex. As morning broke, the recitation of the Quran (Quran Khwani) and prayers (Fatiha Khwani) began. People from all walks of life, ages, and backgrounds visited the mazar to offer flowers and chadars with utmost devotion.
Prayers for Peace and Brotherhood: Pilgrims who arrived from far and wide bowed their heads at the shrine to pray for the well-being of their families as well as special prayers for peace, brotherhood, and communal harmony (aman-chain) across the country. It is believed that sincere wishes made here are always fulfilled, which generated immense enthusiasm among the devotees.
Municipal Commissioner Inaugurates the Grand Urs
Administrative and local dignitaries were specially present at the formal inauguration ceremony of this 87th annual Urs-e-Pak:
Inauguration Through Ribbon-Cutting and Chadar Offering: Attending as the chief guest, the Municipal Commissioner of Bhagalpur formally inaugurated the sacred Urs. He offered chadar at the Mazar-e-Mubarak and prayed for the prosperity of the state and the city.
Appreciation of Administrative Support: The Urs Committee and organizers lauded the arrangements made by the district administration and the municipal corporation. In his address, the Municipal Commissioner stated that shrines of such saints serve to unite society and strengthen Bhagalpur's identity of a shared culture.
Listeners Spellbound by Soulful Qawwali Gatherings
One of the major highlights of the Urs was the night qawwali program, which left the audience spellbound:
Performances by Renowned Qawwals: Well-known qawwal artists from across the country were invited on the night of the Urs. As the qawwals began performing sufiyana kalaam and manqabat in praise of Hazrat, the entire shrine complex echoed with slogans of "Ya Ali" and Sufi chants.
Festivities Continuing Late into the Night: Music lovers and devotees from distant areas arrived to enjoy this qawwali gathering. The Sufi melodies resonating through the cool, pleasant night filled everyone's hearts with peace and spiritual joy.
Fair-Like Atmosphere and Tight Security Arrangements
On the occasion of the Urs, areas surrounding the shrine wore a vibrant, fair-like look:
Stalls and Shops Set Up: Dozens of stalls offering food, religious books, prayer beads (tasbih), itr (perfume), and children's toys were set up for the pilgrims. In particular, traditional delicacies and shops selling chadars and flowers witnessed heavy crowds of buyers.
Security and Administrative Vigilance: To manage the massive crowd, the local police administration and volunteers of the Urs Committee remained fully alert. Special route directives were issued to ensure smooth traffic movement so that no devotee faced inconvenience while commuting.
The 87th annual Urs-e-Pak of Hazrat Shah Hasan Pir Basfa (R.A.) once again proved that the soil of Bhagalpur is a unique confluence of love, brotherhood, and spiritual tranquility. From the inauguration by the Municipal Commissioner to the chadarposhi and the all-night qawwali assembly, this event left a deep impression on the heart of every visitor. The Urs not only served as a symbol of religious faith but also delivered a commendable message of uniting all sections of society into a single thread.
