The Chavadi procession, as described in Chapter 42, was a grand and joyous event held every alternate day with all royal honors. The palanquin was decorated with flowers, and the procession included silver maces, banners, whisks, umbrellas, and flags. A great roar of "victory to Sainath" would erupt from the crowd, creating what was described as a flood of joy. However, on the specific day mentioned, there was initial worry because Baba was not settled. People stood watching blankly until eleven o'clock when he finally calmed down, put on his kafni, and took a puff from his clay pipe, signaling the auspicious moment to begin the celebrated procession.
What was the Chavadi procession like, and what was the atmosphere on that particular day described in the text?
📖 Chapter 42