Chapter 7 describes how Sai Baba celebrated festivals from both Hindu and Muslim traditions with equal joy and impartiality. For the Hindu festival of Ram Navami, he would have a cradle tied in the assembly hall and arrange for devotional stories and songs (Katha and Kirtan). On the same day, he would also give permission to Muslims for the Sandal procession. The text highlights his fondness for organizing wrestling matches during Ram Navami. Similarly, for Gokul Ashtami, he would have the Gopal-Kala prepared. When it came to Muslim festivals, he placed no obstacles on their prayers (Namaj) during Eid and even allowed some Muslims to create a Tabut (tomb replica) and keep it in the mosque for four days during Moharram.
What festivals did Sai Baba celebrate, and how did he ensure both Hindus and Muslims were included?
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