| About 40 Kms from Bhuj, near the little
Rann of Kachchh, the Dhrang fair is held on the eve of
Mahashivratri (February - March) every year. Held in the
memory of Saint Mekan Dada, the fair attracts people from
Gujarat and Rajasthan to participate in the religious
rituals.
ABOUT THE SAINT:
Born in 1720 AD, Saint Mekan Dada spent all his life
serving the cause of humanity. He preached against untouchability
and superstitions. Legend has it that Saint Mekan Dada
had a dog and a donkey who used to go into the Rann
daily, with water and food to quench the thirst and
show the direction to the lost travellers.
Known for his simple living and high thinking, saint
Mekan Dada left behind a legacy of his preaching, which
earned him the respect and devotion of generations to
come.
At Dhrang, he gave up his life, where the fair is held
every year for three days.
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