Ajmer Sharif Urs Mela 2025
Introduction
The Ajmer Sharif Dargah, situated in the heart of Ajmer, Rajasthan, is one of India's most revered Sufi shrines, drawing millions of devotees from across the globe. The annual Urs Mubarak festival at Ajmer Dargah, which marks the death anniversary of Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Hassan Chishty (r.a), is a significant spiritual event.
Annually Urs festival is celebrated in the Islamic month of Rajab, spanning from the 1st to the 9th of Rajab, transforming Ajmer into a vibrant hub of spiritual activity. In 2025, this will be The 813th Urs Mubarak Of Khwaja Gharib Nawaz
Subhanallah.
The Ajmer Urs date are subject to the moon's sighting, so it's advisable to confirm them closer to the event.
During the festival, the Ajmer Dargah is adorned with vibrant lights, flowers, and flags, creating an atmosphere filled with the scent of roses and the warmth of prayers. The Dargah Urs Ajmer attracts a diverse crowd, ranging from scholars and mystics to common devotees, all seeking the blessings of Khwaja Garib Nawaz.
For the convenience of pilgrims attending the Urs Ajmer 2025, accommodation options vary from hotels to guesthouses, ensuring a comfortable stay for all. This Urs festival, also known as the Ajmer Dargah Mela, is not just a religious event but a cultural phenomenon, showcasing the rich Sufi heritage and spiritual unity.
Significance of the Urs Festival:
The Urs festival is a time of spiritual significance and celebration. By attending the Urs and seeking the blessings of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishty r.a during this time can bring about healing, prosperity, and fulfillment of wishes. It is a period of spiritual reflection, prayer, and communal harmony.
Key Functions and Rituals:
Flag Hoisting Ceremony
The Urs festival begins with the ceremonial hoisting of a flag (chadar) at the Dargah. This is a symbol of spiritual commencement.
Jannati Darwaza Reopens
Devotees enter in jannati darwaza and experience divine spiritual power.
Chatti Sharif
The sixth day of Urs is revered as Chatti Sharif, a significant and sacred ritual. On this blessed day, special prayers and ceremonies are observed, and devoted followers participate in a grand offering in honor of Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti.
Namaze Jummah
During the holy Urs, the Friday prayer (Namaze Jummah) holds profound importance. Thousands of devoted followers gather to offer their prayers and seek spiritual guidance and blessings on this sacred day.
Bara Qul
The Urs reaches its spiritual final day with Bara Qul. This solemn occasion includes the recitation of the Holy Quran and special prayers. It marks the final day of the Urs, where followers pray for peace, prosperity, and divine blessings. The entire Dargah Sharif is respectfully cleansed with rose water by the devoted pilgrims.
Key practices during Urs Festival
Chadar offering (Chadar poshi)
The chadar, which is laid over the blessed shrine (mazar-e-akhdas) of Khwaja Gharib Nawaz (r.a), symbolizes devotion and respect. During urs festival Offering a chadar is considered a powerful form of worship, seen as a means to receive blessings and fulfill vows.
Langar and Deg
Contributing in The Langar (free community kitchen) and the Deg (large cooking cauldrons) is considered a source of great blessings and spiritual merit. The food distributed among everyone irrespective of their religion, caste, greed, colour and gender, and the Langar also transported to rural areas spreading a message of brotherhood, humanity, love and communal harmony.
Chatti Sharif Niyaz
On the day of Chatti Sharif, offering niyaz (sacred food) holds special spiritual significance. It is believed that the blessings and merit of giving niyaz on this day are doubled, and devotees trust that such contributions help fulfill their vows and bring them spiritual peace.
Khatam Sharif (Recitation of the Holy Quran)
Special sessions of Quranic recitation are conducted, where the entire Quran is read in the Dargah. This is done to seek blessings and spiritual peace.
Qawalli Performances
Qawwali, the soulful Sufi devotional music, takes center stage during the Urs. Renowned qawwals gather to perform, creating an atmosphere of devotion and ecstasy.
Ziyarat (Visit to the Shrine)
Devotees make pilgrimages to the shrine, offering prayers and seeking the blessings of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti.
Lighting of Lamps (chiraj roshan)
Devotees light lamps and candles as an act of devotion and to symbolize the illumination of the soul.
Sufi Discourses
Scholars and spiritual leaders deliver discourses on Sufism, spreading the teachings of peace and love.
Travel Tips for Devotees:
SYED ALI DUJANA GURDEZI
(key holder/gaddinasheen/custodian) his role is crucial in keeping the celebration of Urs vibrant and in maintaining the sanctity of the Dargah.
+91 9587755853
Email:- Salidujana@gmail.com
Contact him to ease your visit to Ajmer Sharif Dargah
1.Accommodation:
Plan your stay in advance, as accommodations in Ajmer can get booked quickly during the Urs festival.
2. Security: Be mindful of your belongings and cooperate with security arrangements for a safe and peaceful experience.
3.Respectful Attire: Dress modestly and respectfully when visiting the Dargah.
5. Offering :- if you want to take part in any of the holy key practices mentioned above like chadar, langar, niyaz,khatam sharif or deg offerings of ajmer sharif you can contact the Duago bhai Syed Ali Dujana gurdezi so that you can also get the sacred Tabarruk of dargah sharif.
Note: You can contribute whatever you wish. If, for any reason, you are unable to be present at the Urs Sharif, you can make your offering through online modes as well. This way, niyaz or participation in the langar can be arranged on your behalf at the Dargah Sharif, or necessary arrangements can be made in your name. Please do not send money intended for Sadaqah or Zakat as part of this contribution.This is because the offering is specifically the niyaz of Khwaja Sahib (R.A.), and we, the 'Syeds,' also partake in this sacred food. Sadaqah or Zakat is considered 'Haram' (forbidden) for Syeds. It is important to remember that this niyaz is in honor of Khwaja Sahib (R.A.), and people from all backgrounds, rich and poor alike, partake in it.
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