The historic Martand Sun Temple in Anantnag district, Jammu and Kashmir, was bustling with devotees during the Baan Mass Mela, part of the sacred Purushottam Maas. This month, which runs from May 17 to June 15, is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is considered highly auspicious in the Hindu lunar calendar. Devotees gathered to participate in prayers and spiritual rituals, with many traveling from various regions to seek blessings. Temple staff and volunteers played a crucial role in facilitating the event, preparing prasad for thousands of attendees. One volunteer noted that they had already served 700-800 people and were ready to accommodate up to 15,000. Devotees expressed their hopes for peace across the country during their prayers. Concurrently, celebrations were also observed at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya, where a large number of visitors offered prayers, contributing to a spiritually uplifting atmosphere. Many devotees described their experiences as fulfilling and peaceful, reflecting the significance of this sacred period.