After passing his exam, what kept Cholkar from immediately visiting Shirdi, and what personal sacrifice did he make during this time?

Although Cholkar's wish to pass his examination was granted by Sai Baba's grace, he faced a significant delay in fulfilling his vow. Chapter 15 explains that he was a worldly man from a poor household and couldn't afford the journey. The text poetically describes this financial hardship as the 'threshold-ghat' (home expenses) being very difficult to cross. During this period of delay, as a personal penance, Cholkar gave up sugar entirely, considering it an inedible substance until his vow to visit Shirdi was completed. He even drank his tea without any sugar.