Rajouri's Bhairav Yatra added to National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage
The historic Bhairav Yatra of Rajouri district, Jammu and Kashmir was officially added to the National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage of India (NIICHI) on 15 July 2026. The centuries-old procession is held in honour of Lord Bhairav (Bhairon Nath), a fierce manifestation of Lord Shiva revered as a guardian deity, and is seen as a symbol of faith and communal harmony. J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha congratulated the district administration and the Department of Culture.
Key Facts & Details
7 points- 1Rajouri's Bhairav Yatra (J&K) was added to the National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage of India.
- 2It is a centuries-old procession honouring Lord Bhairav (Bhairon Nath).
- 3It is regarded as a symbol of faith and communal harmony.
- 4J&K LG Manoj Sinha congratulated the district administration and Culture Department.
- 5The listing supports research, cultural exchange and heritage tourism.
Deep Dive
- +The National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage documents India's living traditions.
- +Lord Bhairav is a guardian deity, a fierce manifestation of Lord Shiva.
Exam Focus
The Bhairav Yatra added to India's Intangible Cultural Heritage inventory in July 2026 belongs to which region?
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Exam Relevance & Angle
A heritage-listing of a regional tradition (procession + place + inventory) is a testable art & culture GA item.
Target Exams
Background & Context
India maintains a National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage to recognise and protect living cultural practices.
Test Yourself
1 / 1The Bhairav Yatra added to the National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage in July 2026 is from which district?
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