The Chavadi procession was a grand and joyous event. As detailed in Chapter 51, Baba would alternate his nights between the Masjid and the Chavadi. On procession nights, a palanquin was prepared while devotees sang abhangs. The procession was a splendid affair, featuring a decorated horse named Shyam-Sundar, musical instruments like horns and trumpets, and a royal umbrella held over Baba's head. Devotees carried flags, banners, and torches, fanning Baba with peacock feathers as they walked alongside him, singing bhajans. Tatya Patil notably walked on Baba's left, holding a lantern.
Can you describe the Chavadi procession that took place during Sai Baba's time in Shirdi?
π Chapter 51