Pune, 17 June 2025: Alandi and Dehu Wari are two of the most significant pilgrimage processions in Maharashtra, deeply rooted in the Warkari tradition. Every year, lakhs of Warkaris join these Palkhi processions, carrying the sacred Padukas (footwear) of Sant Dnyaneshwar from Alandi and Sant Tukaram from Dehu to Pandharpur, the abode of Lord Vithoba.
The Wari begins about 18–21 days before Ashadhi Ekadashi and covers hundreds of kilometres on foot, fostering devotion, equality, and community spirit. Started in the 17th century, the Palkhi tradition symbolizes collective faith and social harmony.
This year, Ashadhi Ekadashi falls on July 6, and the traditional Wari has already commenced on foot. Among the most prominent processions are those of Jagadguru Sant Tukaram Maharaj from Dehu and Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj from Alandi, which are state-honoured Palkhis. Below is the complete schedule for each:
June 18: Departure from Inamdar Wada (Halt)
June 19: Dehu to Nigdi-Akurdi, halt at Akurdi
June 20: Akurdi to Pune (Nana Peth, halt)
June 21: Halt at Nivdunga Vitthal Temple, Pune
June 22: Pune to Hadapsar to Loni Kalbhor (Halt)
June 23: Loni Kalbhor to Yavat (Halt)
June 24: Yavat to Varvand-Chouphula (Halt)
June 25: Varvand to Undawadi-Gavlyachi (Halt)
June 26: Undawadi to Baramati (Halt)
June 27: Baramati to Katewadi-Sansar (Halt at Palkhi base; sheep & goat Ringan)
June 28: Sansar to Belwadi-Nimgaon Ketki (Halt; first circular Ringan at Belwadi)
June 29: Nimgaon Ketki to Indapur (Halt; Ringan at Indapur)
June 30: Indapur to Sarati (Halt at Palkhi base)
July 1: Sarati to Akluj (Halt; circular Ringan at Akluj; enters Solapur district)
July 2: Akluj to Borgoan (Halt; standing Ringan at Malinagar)
July 3: Borgoan to Pirachi Kuroli (Halt)
July 4: Pirachi Kuroli to Wakhari (Halt; standing Ringan at Bazirav Vihir)
July 5: Wakhari to Pandharpur (Halt; Ringan at Wakhari)
July 6: Ashadhi Ekadashi – Nagar Pradakshina and holy bath in Chandrabhaga River
July 10: Return journey from Pandharpur to Dehu begins
June 19: Departure from Alandi (8 PM, Thursday)
June 20: Alandi to Pune
June 21: Halt in Pune
June 22: Pune to Saswad (Dindis perform traditional games at Dive Ghat)
June 23: Halt in Saswad
June 24: Saswad to Jejuri (Bhandara festival)
June 25: Jejuri to Valhe (Darshan of Khandoba)
June 26: Valhe to Lonand (District border entry)
June 27: Lonand to Taradgaon
June 28: Taradgaon to Phaltan
June 29: Phaltan to Barad
June 30: Barad to Natepute (Entry to Solapur district; circular Ringan at Barad)
July 1: Natepute to Malshiras (Ringan at Sadashivnagar)
July 2: Malshiras to Velapur (Ringan at Khudus)
July 3: Velapur to Bhandishegaon (Thakur Buva Samadhi & Bandhu Meet event)
July 4: Bhandishegaon to Wakhari (Bazirav Vihir Standing Ringan)
July 5: Wakhari to Pandharpur (Halt until Purnima; Ringan at Wakhari)
July 6: Ashadhi Ekadashi – Devshayani Ekadashi
July 10: Return journey from Pandharpur to Alandi begins
This annual Wari is a living example of Maharashtra’s deep spiritual heritage. It embodies faith, discipline, cultural unity, and the timeless message of Bhakti and selfless service and inspiring generations to walk the sacred path towards Pandharpur, chanting the name of their beloved Vithu Mauli.
