Sai Sevak Dahanukarwadi Mitra Mandal Ushers in New Year with Grand ‘Sai Bhandara’
To welcome the New Year with spiritual fervor and community service, the Sai Sevak Dahanukarwadi Mitra Mandal organized a grand ‘Shree Sai Bhandara’ (Mahaprasad) on Thursday, January 1, 2026. The event, held in Dahanukarwadi, witnessed a large turnout of devotees seeking blessings and partaking in the holy meal.
The Mahaprasad commenced at 7:00 PM, creating a vibrant and pious atmosphere in the locality. The event was organized to bring the community together and seek the blessings of Shirdi Sai Baba for the year ahead.
Leadership and Organization
The successful execution of the event was led by the Mandal’s President and Founder, Mr. Vicky Kashinath Chavan. The committee worked tirelessly to ensure the smooth management of the crowd and the distribution of the Mahaprasad.For the past eight years, they have been distributing Khichdi Prasad every Thursday. This charitable activity takes place from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, serving approximately 250 to 300 people each week.
Key office bearers who played pivotal roles included:
Vice President: Babiraj Singh
Secretary: Sachin Kadam
Treasurer: Nilesh Kudale
Joint Secretary: Nikhil Humne
Joint Treasurer: Tarachand Rajput
Community Support and Guidance
The Mandal expressed deep gratitude to their senior guides and advisors for their constant support. Prominent figures guiding the team included Anil Kokane Saheb, Nitin Dandekar, Prakash Solanki, and Raju Singh. Valuable advice was also provided by Prakash Giri and Dev Mishra (Bablu).
Other dedicated ‘Sai Sevaks’ such as Ganesh Rathod, Nagesh, and Suraj Bendre were also instrumental in the on-ground management of the event.
A Gesture of Gratitude
In a display of community spirit, the Mandal displayed banners thanking all residents and devotees for their cooperation and support in making the event a grand success. The ‘Sai Bhandara’ has become a significant occasion for Dahanukarwadi, strengthening the bonds of brotherhood and devotion among the residents.
By Sunder
