Falgu Mela

Falgu Mela

The Falgu Mela is a sacred fair held in Pharal village, located in the Kaithal district of Haryana, about 25 km from Kurukshetra. The fair takes place during the Shraddha fortnight (Shraadhs) and is dedicated to performing rituals for ancestors, offering them peace and liberation.

Location

  • Venue: Pharal Village, Kaithal District, Haryana

  • Distance: Approximately 25 km from Kurukshetra

  • Geographical Setting: The village is centered around a sacred pond, where the main rituals and ceremonies are conducted.

Purpose and Religious Significance

  • The fair is devoted to ancestral worship, allowing devotees to perform pindadana (offerings to ancestors) and tarpan (libations) to ensure peace for their departed souls.

  • It serves as a northern Indian alternative to the famous Gaya pilgrimage in Bihar, especially during Somavati Amavasya and other auspicious days.

  • The rituals are believed to grant moksha (liberation) to ancestors and spiritual merit to the devotees.

Mythological Background

  • The site derives its name from Rishi Phalgu, an ancient sage associated with the sanctity of the place.

  • The sacred pond in the heart of Pharal village is considered the Falgu Tirtha, where offerings made during the Shraddha period reach the ancestors directly.

Timing

  • Main Event: Held annually during the Shraddha fortnight (Shraadhs) — a sacred period dedicated to honoring forefathers.

  • Special Occasions: The fair sees especially large gatherings during Somavati Amavasya (new moon that falls on a Monday).

How to Reach Pharal

  • By Road: Pharal village lies on the Dhand–Pundri road. Regular buses and taxis connect it with Kurukshetra, Kaithal, and nearby towns.

  • By Train: The nearest major railway station is Kurukshetra Junction, well-connected to major cities across North India.

  • By Air: The closest airports are:

    • Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi

    • Chandigarh International Airport, Chandigarh

Experience at the Mela

  • Devotees gather at the sacred pond to perform pindadana rituals with devotion and reverence.

  • The fair features religious chants, offerings, and community participation, creating an atmosphere of deep spirituality.

  • It is both a religious event and a cultural gathering, drawing pilgrims from across Haryana and neighboring states.

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