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Darbar Lar Shareef Baba Nagri, Wangat, 45 km north of Srinagar, is a revered site for the Gujjar-Bakarwal tribe and Pahari people. The spiritual connection is led by Sajjāda Nashīn Altaf Ahmed, who conducts daily sessions, offering guidance and blessings. Founded in 1893, the shrine, established by Baba Ji Sahib, serves as a symbol of pride, heritage, and culture. The Lar family has played significant roles in religious, social, and political spheres, with Bashir Ahmed receiving the Padma Shri. Today, Altaf Ahmed continues the legacy, connecting with devotees and maintaining the shrine's significance. ....
Nestled among the Himalayan peaks lies the Pir Panchal range, a realm blending nature's magnificence and diverse cultures. KD Maini's Pir Panchal Region of Jammu and Kashmir unveils its journey from lowlands to snowy peaks. The book explores history, culture, and biodiversity, though some stereotypes are present. The region's strategic importance, history, and colonial era are detailed, though with a nationalistic bias. The book, despite limitations, serves as a reference for the curious, needing complementing perspectives to fully understand the region. ....