Kheer Bhawani Temple

For many Kashmiri Pandit families, Ragnya Devi is the kuladevi or protective goddess, and a visit to Tulla Mulla is a central act of devotion. Devotees offer milk and kheer at the spring, as noted by the Ganderbal district administration.

The spring itself is the focus of a well-known belief. Devotees believe that its water changes colour, and that a dark or black colour is a warning of coming misfortune for the Valley. Both the Ganderbal district administration and Jammu and Kashmir Tourism record this belief; it is a matter of faith, not a documented natural phenomenon.

Since the displacement of Kashmiri Pandits from the Valley, the Jyeshtha Ashtami mela has also become an occasion of return. Press reports from 2018 describe displaced families travelling from Delhi, Mumbai and other cities to attend, with transport arranged by the government.

The temple is a living place of worship, and the spring is treated as sacred. Visitors should dress modestly and follow the instructions of the temple staff. Very large crowds come for the Jyeshtha Ashtami mela, when the government often makes special transport and security arrangements. Confirm current arrangements with the Ganderbal district administration or Jammu and Kashmir Tourism before travelling.

Timings and arrangements change with seasons and festivals. Confirm current details with the temple administration before travelling. Last reviewed 5 October 2026.