I heard Shirdi is mentioned in Chapter 26. What does the text say about the town and Sai Baba's presence there?

Yes, Chapter 26 speaks very highly of Shirdi and its connection to Sai Baba. The author describes that it was the great fortune and accumulated merit of Shirdi that Baba arrived and chose to reside there. According to this chapter, Baba's presence was transformative, turning the place into a holy pilgrimage site, referred to as a 'Kshetra'. The text beautifully states that the "merciful Sai makes this place fortunate and adorns it with His presence," emphasizing the sacredness Baba bestowed upon the town.