Maharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde prays at Birla temple on Ashadhi Ekadashi; joins Gyan Dindi, students take part in Vitthal procession
KALYAN: On the occasion of Ashadhi Ekadashi, deputy chief minister
Eknath Shinde
offered prayers to Vitthal-Rakhumai at the renowned Birla Temple in the Shahad area of Ulhasnagar.
In the presence of thousands of Warkaris from various parts of the state, referred to as 'Pratipandharpur', the deputy CM bowed at the feet of Vitthuraya.
Earlier, he took part in the Gyan Dindi organised by B.K. Birla College and B.K. Birla School, where he joined the Warkaris in chanting Haripath and interacted with devotees.
'Heartiest wishes to all Warkaris on Ashadhi Ekadashi. I have recently visited Pandharpur. Since VIP darshan has been stopped there, now all the general Warkaris are getting darshan in just five hours. Everyone is happy, I have also stood in the queue and had darshan.
All our party workers are following the rules. Pandharpur Temple Committee and Maharashtra Government have decided that VIP means Warkari, so every Warkari will get respect and priority. I pray at the feet of Pandurang that the people of Maharashtra enjoy happiness, prosperity and contentment in their lives,' said Shinde.
Thousands of students from Birla School and College participated in traditional attire and were immersed in the name of Vitthal, dancing and singing to the rhythm of taal, mridung, and dholki.
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The Dindi procession travelled from Birla College to the Vitthal Temple in Shahad. The Century Rayon family took the initiative for the event, as chants of 'Gyanoba-Tukaram, Vitthal Vitthal' echoed along the route.
The procession was not just a display of religious devotion but also stood out for its discipline, cultural expression, and mass participation. The display of Vitthal devotion by the students left a deep impression on all those present.
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