Roshni Mela: Illuminating Interfaith Camaraderie in Jagraon
Earning immortal fame in folk Boliyan, the thousands of twinkling lamps at Jagraon symbolize spiritual illumination uniting people of all faiths.
Roshni Mela of Jagraon
The Festival of Lights at Sufi Shrine
Last modified: Nov 13, 2026 • Editor: Admin
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✦Direct Answer & Key Facts
Roshni Mela (Fair of Illumination) is a celebrated Sufi festival held at the shrine of Pir Mohkam Din in Jagraon. Illuminated by thousands of earthen ghee lamps, it exemplifies Punjab's pluralistic interfaith harmony.
References & Citations
- Punjabi Lokdhara Vishavkosh— Sohinder Singh Bedi(National Book Shop, Delhi)[1990]
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