Chabeels- sweet water- was served at many places in Jammu to celebrate Tamdey . On this day, there are many changes in the Sun which is considered the source of all the energy for this world. So it is on this day, Ashad Sankranti, that Tamdey is celebrated. The word ‘Tamdey’ is perhaps derived from ‘Dharam Dhiada’ which means ‘religious day’. On this day, worshipping the Sun God is specially considered as beneficial and thought to bring boon to the family.
