Madhavrao Balwant Deshpande became one of Sai Baba's closest devotees at a time when most people kept their distance. According to Chapter 0, Madhavrao was a schoolmaster in a small house adjacent to the Masjid's courtyard. He made it a habit to visit Baba frequently, where he would fill the chillum for Baba to smoke. This regular interaction allowed a close relationship to form. Over time, Madhavrao's devotion grew so strong that he left all his other businesses to dedicate himself entirely to the service of Maharaj and the devotees who came for his darshan, eventually becoming a trusted advisor for many.
Can you describe Madhavrao Balwant Deshpande's journey to becoming a close devotee of Sai Baba?
📖 Chapter 0