What role did Das Ganu play in Ratanji's journey to Shirdi?

Das Ganu served as the crucial catalyst for Ratanji's visit to Shirdi. According to Chapter 14, Ratanji, who was always sad and uneasy because he had no son, had great faith in Das Ganu and confided his troubles to him. In response, Das Ganu advised him to go to Shirdi to meet Sai Baba. He assured Ratanji that if he took Baba's darshan, bowed at His feet, and explained his situation, Baba would grant his heart's desire. Ganu emphasized Baba's 'inconceivable' power and urged Ratanji to surrender to Him completely. This advice resonated with Ratanji, who then resolved to make the journey.