Days after visuals of Muslims serving Warkaris in Wari went viral, another heartwarming story of communal harmony has come to light.
Gani Sayyad, a Muslim man from Latur who earns a living by breaking stones, has offered a one-kilogram silver crown worth ₹1 lakh at the feet of Lord Vitthal, reported Sakal.
Sayyad went straight to the Vitthal temple on Friday (June 27) and offered his prayers. His unique gesture of devotion is being widely appreciated. The co-chairman of the Vitthal Mandir Committee, Gahininath Maharaj, felicitated him and praised his devotion.
Sayyad has been working at the Vitthal temple site, where he breaks stones required for the temple's restoration work. Frequent visits to the temple deepened his spiritual connection with Lord Vitthal.
His offering is being hailed as a symbol of unity and equality—values deeply rooted in the Warkari tradition.
Notably, Warkaris from across Maharashtra are walking to Pandharpur ahead of Ashadhi Ekadashi in Maharashtra, which falls on July 6. Wari is more than just a walk—it is a moving river of faith, devotion, and togetherness, celebrated for centuries with unmatched fervour.
Every year, lakhs of devotees from across Maharashtra and beyond gather their spirits for a unique spiritual journey—Pandharpur Wari, one of India’s most cherished and ancient religious pilgrimages. This age-old tradition honours Lord Vitthal, a form of Lord Vishnu deeply revered in the state. But Wari is more than just a walk—it is a moving river of faith, devotion, and togetherness, celebrated for centuries with unmatched fervour.
