From Code to Chants: Techies Embrace the Spirit of Ashadhi Wari Through IT Dindi in Pune
Pune, 9th July 2026: Swapping laptops for tulsi malas and office routines for the rhythmic chants of “Dnyanoba-Tukaram,” nearly 1,200 professionals from the IT and allied sectors experienced the spiritual essence of the Ashadhi Wari as they joined the IT Dindi on Thursday.
The group began its journey after witnessing the ceremonial departure of Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj’s Palkhi from Alandi. Participants first had darshan of the revered chariot before proceeding alongside the traditional Warkari processions. They later halted at Vishrantwadi for mahaprasad before reaching Pune by evening.
According to IT Dindi coordinator Rajesh Patil, the recent heavy rainfall had resulted in a relatively smaller number of dindis on the route, allowing participants to have a smooth and memorable darshan of the Palkhi.
Throughout the journey, the atmosphere resonated with devotional fervour as participants sang traditional abhangs, gaulanis, and other devotional compositions. Blending tradition with technology, Yogesh Bompilwar presented lively devotional songs created with the help of information technology and artificial intelligence (AI), drawing enthusiastic participation from fellow Warkaris, many of whom joined in dancing and singing.
For many first-time participants, the experience proved transformative.
“I had always watched the Wari processions in Pune from the sidelines. This year, I decided to become a part of it, and the experience has been unforgettable. I will certainly return every year,” said Madhuri Khanolkar, a participant in the IT Dindi.
Another Warkari, Girish Markale, described the pilgrimage as deeply moving.
“Being part of this gathering of devotees and witnessing the spirit of the Wari was truly an extraordinary experience. It is something that cannot be fully understood unless you walk with the pilgrims,” he said.
Echoing the sentiment, participant Prasad said, “It was an excellent experience. I will definitely join the IT Dindi again next year.”
Rajesh Patil said the IT Dindi was conceived to encourage professionals from the fast-paced world of information technology and other industries to reconnect with Maharashtra’s centuries-old spiritual heritage.
“In today’s demanding professional lives, people often struggle to find time for themselves. The Wari offers an opportunity to pause, reflect and experience a spiritual tradition that has united people for centuries.
Walking with the Warkaris helps participants experience the oneness of humanity and the universal spirit that transcends all differences,” Patil said.
He added that many participants felt the pilgrimage offered a rare sense of inner peace and collective belonging, describing it as an experience of “unity with the universal soul manifested in countless forms.”
A notable feature of this year’s IT Dindi was the enthusiastic participation of young women and mothers, highlighting the growing appeal of the initiative across age groups and professions.
As the chants of devotion echoed through Pune’s streets, the IT Dindi demonstrated that even in an era defined by technology and artificial intelligence, timeless traditions continue to inspire, connect and transform lives. For many participants, the journey was not merely a walk to Pandharpur—it was a journey inward.
