What was the significance of the Udi, or ash, that Maharaj gave out, especially in relation to his earlier practices?

The Udi, or ash, became a key element of Maharaj's practice after he moved away from dispensing conventional medicine. Chapter 0 explains that even before he stopped giving medicine entirely, he used to give out ash, and people would benefit from it. This later became his exclusive method for helping people. Maharaj himself explained this evolution, noting that he stopped giving medicine and instead began chanting "Hari Hari." This indicates a deliberate shift from physical remedies to a method rooted in spiritual power and faith, with the Udi serving as a physical conduit for his blessings.