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The water of Mansarovar is assweet as that of any river or of any glaciallake. The holy manas provides fi ne caves,camping ground and good sites to pilgrims.The pilgrims spend sleepless nights at thisplace just to witness the arrival of Devatasfor bathing during the Brahm muhurut.My memories of Mansarovar are full ofspectacular events that took place thereduring our stay of three days at a placecalled as Thhugu, situated on the bank ofMansarovar.CONCLUSIONHelping the Yatrisceremonial bathes in the cleansing waters of the lake.According to Hindu legend, the lake was fi rst createdin the mind of the Lord Brahma. Hence, in Sanskritit is called Manasarovar, which is a combination ofthe words Manas (mind) and Sarovar (lake). Thelake, in Hindu mythology, is also supposed to be thesummer abode of swans, which are considered tobe judicious and sacred birds. It is also believed theDevas (Gods) descend to bathe in the lake between3 and 5 am. This time of the day is known as BrahmaMuhurta (moment). I was luckiest among all the yatristo record this phenomenon in my handicam at 0345am on 18th June, 2009 while staying at Thhugu, theshore of Mansarovar.For Hindus, a journey to Kailash isconsidered the ultimate yatra due to boththe diffi culty of reaching it and the levelof sanctity attached to it. The role of ITBP to helpyatris with humane touch has brought laurels to thisForce and we have been recognized as Force parexcellence in discharging professional duties. Itsnot only Kailash and Mansarovar which yatris visit,the glimpse of OM Parbat from Nabhidhang is alsoconsidered very auspicious part of this yatra. Its apilgrimage which has no parallel in Hindu mythology.Lucky are those who get opportunity to visit such aplace during their life time. Thanks to my Force whichmade my dream come true. Given the religiousimportance of this holy place, no one will like to giveaway another opportunity to visit this place. I am alsoeagerly looking to pay another visit to this wonderfulplace as and when opportunity arises.pquko M~;wVhgfj;k.kk esa fo/kkulHkk pquko ds nkSjku M~;wVh djrs 29oha okfguh ds fgeohjITBP Patrika 16 January - 2010