Dehradun, Aug. 19 -- As soon as the aarti of Lord Balram started in the temple premises, the whole valley resounded with the sound of drums, blowing of conches and the proclamation of "Jai Bhadraj Dev". This fair is not just a religious ritual, but a precious festival associated with the faith and folk traditions of the local people. It is believed that, in ancient times when the villagers of Jaunsar and Pachhuvadun used to come to this hilly area with their cattle during the rainy season, a demon used to kill their cattle. The distressed villagers took sought the aid of Lord Balram. Lord Balram killed the demon and stayed with the shepherds for a long time and took care of the animals. Since then, the villagers built a temple at this pla...