In the ancient town of Shreemal, Jinjhara, a humble Bhila tribesman from the Kairata community, traveled to the sacred city to sell white Priyanagu herbs from Mount Arbuda. After completing his trade, Jinjhara, curious about the inner sanctum of Shreemal, left his wife by a nearby Sarovara (pond) while he attempted to explore. As a Shudra (lower caste in older days), Jinjhara was forbidden from entering the city, so he reluctantly stayed on the outskirts.

While resting by the Sarovara, Jinjhara’s wife, overcome with thirst, leaned over to drink from the water. However, she accidentally fell into the pond. When she emerged, the waters had miraculously transformed her into a stunningly beautiful woman, so much so that even Jinjhara did not recognize her at first. Filled with shame and despair, Jinjhara, who also fell into the tank hoping for transformation, found that his appearance remained unchanged. He believed his continued ugliness was a punishment for his sins.

Devastated by this perceived curse, Jinjhara tied a heavy stone to himself and threw himself into the Sarovara, choosing death over a life of shame. His wife, heartbroken by his death, decided to commit Sati. Despite the sage Kaushika’s efforts to dissuade her, she believed that life without her husband was meaningless and proceeded to sacrifice herself in the same waters.

The pond where these tragic events unfolded became known as Kairat Sarovara, symbolizing the deep love and sacrifice between Jinjhara and his wife. The Sarovara, with its mysterious transformative powers, is now revered as a sacred site. Pilgrims visit Kairat Sarovara to reflect on the nature of love, sin, and the ultimate sacrifice made by the couple, seeking blessings and spiritual renewal in its waters.