Can you explain the role of political figures in the daily readings that Sai Baba organized in Shirdi?

The provided excerpts from Chapter 18 do not mention any political figures or their involvement in the daily readings organized by Sai Baba. The focus of the text is purely on the spiritual welfare of devotees. Chapter 18 describes how Baba assigned the task of reading sacred books like the Nath Bhagawat to a devoted disciple, Bapusaheb Jog. These readings occurred daily in Sathe’s Wada, and Baba would personally direct other devotees to go and listen. The narrative emphasizes Baba’s divine skill in bestowing grace and the spiritual synchronicity experienced by the listeners, rather than any political context or participation. The purpose was the salvation of souls through faith and listening to divinely inspired books, a practice he instituted for the benefit of all his devotees.