Baikunth Chaturdashi, Pauri

The Kamleshwar Mahadev Temple is the venue of the Baikunth Chaturdashi fair. Baikunth Chaturdashi falls on the 4th day of Shukla paksh, in the Kartik month. It is widely believed that those who pass away on this day gain a place in heaven. It is also believed to be the day when Lord Shiva gave the Sudarshan Chakra to Lord Vishnu.  According to common belief local people as well as tourists (couples) visit the temple on this day and pray to Lord Shiva, seeking his blessings for the birth of a boy baby. Spiritual and cultural activities like Dhwaja Yatra, Cultural performances by children, folksongs by folk artists and cultural groups take place.