Haryana’s Miraculous Pond That’s Believed to Cure Jaundice, Located in Jhajjar’s Chhara Village

In Chhara village of Jhajjar district, Haryana, lies a pond that locals call ‘Peelia Johad’. This pond isn't just a normal waterbody, it is believed tone a miraculous site when're a dip can cure jaundice, one of serious disease. The place holds deep religious and cultural significance for the surrounding communities.

The Legend of Shravan Kumar

The roots of this spiritual pond goes back to the mythological figure Shravan Kumar, who is said to have rested at this very spot under the shade of a tree while travelling with his blind parents. Since then, the place is considered sacred. A temple dedicated to Shravan Kumar nearby strengthens the faith of devotees who visit the pond.

How the Ritual Operates

Guests adhere to a series of customs thought to facilitate the healing process:  

• A sip of pond water is taken prior to taking a bath.
• Devotees change into clean clothes after taking a bath.
• At the temple, offerings of batasha, chana dal, charcoal, and turmeric are made.
• They take some mud and a bottle of the pond water home.
• This water and mud are combined with the daily bath water for the next few days.  
• Locals acknowledge that this remedy might not work against more severe forms like kala peelia (acute jaundice), despite the fact that many claim to be cured. 

A Combination of Tradition and Faith

The Peelia Johad's age-old promise of relief has drawn hundreds of people despite its lack of scientific validation. For many, it's not just about the water—it’s the belief, ritual, and connection to heritage that brings them hope and peace.