Chapter 42 details the Chavadi procession, which took place every alternate day. It was a grand affair, accompanied by all royal honors. By Baba's order, a palanquin decorated with flowers was brought to the courtyard. The procession included silver maces, banners, whisks, umbrellas, flags, the eagle-standard (Garud-taka), and sun-shades (Abdagiri). Before the procession, Baba would calm down, put on a fresh loincloth and kafni, and wrap a white cloth around his head. A great roar of "victory to Sainath" would arise from the crowd, creating what the text calls a flood of joy.
Can you describe the Chavadi procession as mentioned in the sacred texts? What were some of the royal honors involved?
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