How to Reach

Delhi to Kheer Bhawani:

• By Air + Road: Delhi to Srinagar flight, then taxi to Tulmulla (about 22–25 km)
• By Train + Road: Delhi to Jammu, then road to Srinagar/Tulmulla
• By Road: Long distance road journey (not preferred)

Ahmedabad to Kheer Bhawani:

• By Air/Train to Srinagar or Jammu, then road to Tulmulla
• Local taxis and buses available from Srinagar

History of the Temple

Dedicated to Ragnya Devi (Kheer Bhawani), a form of Goddess Parvati

Current structure built in 1912 by Maharaja Pratap Singh, renovated by Maharaja Hari Singh

Temple located over a sacred spring believed to change colour

Name derived from offering of kheer (rice pudding)

Major pilgrimage site for Kashmiri Pandits

Main Poojas Performed

• • Offering of Kheer (Primary Pooja): Sacred milk and rice pudding offered to Goddess Ragnya Devi.
  • Aarti: Daily devotional worship with lamps and hymns.
  • Hawan/Yagna: Performed mainly on Shukla Paksha Ashtami and during festivals.

Important Days and Times for Pooja

• Major Festival:
  • Jyeshtha Ashtami (Mela Kheer Bhawani): Annual major festival (May–June).
  • Shukla Paksha Ashtami: Monthly auspicious lunar day.
  • Navratri (Chaitra & Sharad): Observed with special devotion.

Attire (Dressing Guidelines) for Pooja

Men:
• Kurta-pyjama or modest trousers and shirts.

Women:

• Saree or salwar-kameez; modest clothing recommended.

Restrictions:

• Footwear must be removed before entering the temple premises.

Official Websites

Government Website:
https://ganderbal.nic.in/tourist-place/kheer-bhawani-temple/

J&K Tourism:
https://www.jktdc.co.in/kheer-bhawani-temple.aspx

Community Trust:
https://kheerbhawaniusa.org/