Pune: “Pandurang Mauli, Tukaram Mauli” Resounds as Twin Palkhis Pay Homage at Sadhu Vaswani Mission

Camp, 10th July 2026: The timeless chants of the Warkaris echoed through the Sadhu Vaswani Mission as devotees from the sacred twin Palkhi processions visited the Mission on the third day of their annual pilgrimage to Pandharpur.

Continuing a cherished tradition, the Warkaris first offered prayers at the sacred samadhis of Sadhu Vaswani and Dada J.P. Vaswani, singing soulful abhangas and bhajans. The pilgrims then proceeded to the Sacred Kutiya, where they were warmly welcomed by Didi Krishna. She joined the Warkaris in singing the beloved abhang, “Vitthal Majha, Mi Vitthalacha,” filling the Kutiya with the devotional spirit of the Wari.

For many pilgrims, the halt at the Mission has become an integral part of their annual journey. Speaking on behalf of the dindi (group), Nitin said, “Saints who lived for humanity, such as Sant Dnyaneshwar and Dada J.P. Vaswani, shared a common vision of bringing peace and contentment into people’s lives. The Wari, too, seeks to carry forward the teachings of these saints.”

The Mission served fasting refreshments to the Warkaris, including chikki, wafers, bananas and a refreshing beverage. The devotees were also presented with eco-friendly bags containing two mangoes, towels, napkins, wafer packets, chikki packets and chiwda packets.

Expressing his gratitude, one of the Warkaris, Subhash, said the group felt deeply welcomed at the Mission.

“Though our halt was brief, it gave our bodies much-needed rest. We now continue our journey to Pandharpur refreshed and rejuvenated,” he said.

For generations, the Wari procession has symbolised humility, devotion, equality and collective spiritual endeavour. The annual visit of the Warkaris to the Sadhu Vaswani Mission continues to reflect the enduring bond between Maharashtra’s Bhakti tradition and the Mission’s timeless message of compassion, peace and selfless service.