How does Chapter 26 portray the transformation of Shirdi due to Sai Baba's presence?

The text of Chapter 26 celebrates the profound impact of Sai Baba's presence on the village of Shirdi. The author expresses that it was the great fortune and accumulated merit of Shirdi that Baba arrived and chose to reside there. His presence transformed the ordinary place into a holy pilgrimage site, or 'Kshetra.' The chapter states, 'Blessed is the merit of Shirdi that this merciful Sai makes this place fortunate and adorns it with His presence.' This highlights the belief, as gratefully acknowledged in Chapter 26, that the physical location was sanctified and elevated to a sacred status solely because of the residence of a Sadguru like Sai Baba.