Srinagar, Jan. 28 -- Thousands of devotees from across Kashmir thronged the revered Hazratbal shrine in Srinagar on Monday evening to observe Shab-e-Mehraj, an occasion commemorating the miraculous night journey and ascension of Prophet Muhammad (SAW).

The faithful gathered in large numbers to participate in the night-long prayers at the shrine, seeking blessings and spiritual solace.

The Hazratbal shrine serves as a cornerstone of their faith and a place to reconnect with the divine.

Among the faithful was Ghulam Rasool, 62-year-old, from the Ganderbal district.

He said the shrine holds a special place in his heart. "Whenever I come here, I feel a deep spiritual connection. This year, my son joined me for the pre-dawn prayers," he sa...