The Delhi -based Pakistan High Commission has issued a visa to 154 Indian pilgrims to Pakistan, so that they will be able to visit the Sri Katasraj Temple located in Punjab province. According to media reports, under the Pakistan-India Religious Place Yatra Protocol 1974, thousands of Indian pilgrims visit Pakistan every year to participate in various religious festivals. The purpose of this protocol is to facilitate citizens of both countries to travel to their religious places.
Acting High Commissioner Saad Ahmed Varte greeted the pilgrims for their visit.
The Pakistan High Commission said in an official statement that the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi has issued a visa to 154 pilgrims to visit the Holy Sri Katasraj Temple located in Chakwal district from 24 February to 2 March.
This temple complex is a group of many ancient temples.
Acting High Commissioner Saad Ahmed Varte wished pilgrims for his visit and hoped that it would be spiritually rich and satisfied. He also said that the Government of Pakistan will continue to facilitate such visits under its policy of promoting religious harmony and mutual understanding.
By bathing in the holy lake located near this temple, devotees get rid of sins.
Sri Katasraj Temple is a historical and religious place located in Chakwal district of Pakistan, which is considered important in Hinduism. This temple complex is a group of many ancient temples and is completely dedicated to Lord Shiva.
It is believed that taking a bath in the holy lake located near this temple gives the devotees get rid of their sins. During this visit, Indian pilgrims will not only visit the Shri Katasraj Temple but will also participate in religious rituals and programs organized there.
