Who was the sannyasi mentioned in Chapter 31, where was he from, and what was his original destination?

The text of Chapter 31 introduces a sannyasi named Vijayananda who hailed from Madras. His primary and determined goal was to undertake a pilgrimage to Mansarovar. His resolve was so strong that the text mentions he had a vow to go to Japan but would not give up on his journey to Mansarovar. However, upon hearing of the world-renowned fame of Sai Maharaj, this sannyasi's path was altered. As Chapter 31 explains, he developed a strong longing for darshan and decided to stop in Shirdi while on his way, seeking out the saint.