What events transpired in the hours after Sai Baba's passing, and what past incident created doubt among his followers?

Chapter 44 recounts that immediately after Baba’s breath left his body, Laxman-mama performed worship and Jog conducted the Aarti. For the subsequent twenty-six hours, a debate ensued between Hindu and Muslim devotees regarding the proper final rites and the location for his Samadhi. This period was fraught with uncertainty because of a past event, referenced in the chapter, that occurred 32 years prior. In that instance, Baba had drawn his life force into the crown of his head for three days, appearing to be dead. Having witnessed his return to the body then, devotees were now doubtful whether Baba was truly gone or merely in a deep trance (samadhi), making it difficult to proceed with final arrangements.