What was the role of Tatya Patil in the Chavadi procession, and what does it reveal about his relationship with Sai Baba?

Tatya Patil played a central and deeply personal role in the Chavadi procession, highlighting his close relationship with Sai Baba. As described in Chapter 37, Baba would not even begin to leave for the Chavadi until Tatya arrived. Tatya would lovingly put his hand under Baba's arm to help Him stand up, an act demonstrating their intimacy. During the procession, Tatyaba held Baba's left hand. The text explicitly states that Tatya used to call Baba 'Mama' (uncle) and that there was "no comparison to give for their close relationship," underscoring the profound mutual love between them.