Can you describe the origins and establishment of the Ram Navami fair in Shirdi?

📖 Chapter 0

The idea for an annual fair, or Urs, in honor of Maharaj was first suggested by his devotee Gopalrao Gund. As detailed in Chapter 0, this proposal was well-received by other prominent devotees like Tatya Patil, Dada Kote Patil, and Madhavrao Deshpande, who agreed to organize it. The path to its establishment wasn't smooth, as the local Kulkarni created obstacles, leading to an initial prohibition order from the collector. However, an order to hold the fair was eventually secured. By Maharaj's explicit command, the fair was scheduled to occur on Ram Navami. This tradition has been upheld, and the fair continues to be held on Ram Navami each year.


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