Pandharpur Wari 2025 — Full Dates, Routes, And Timetable Of Maharashtra’s Grand Pilgrimage
Pandharpur Wari is a grand pilgrimage in Maharashtra, culminating on July 6, with lakhs walking from Dehu and Alandi to Pandharpur in devotion to Lord Vitthal. Know more here.
Every year, millions of devotees embark on a spiritual journey called Pandharpur Wari, one of the most significant and deeply rooted pilgrimages in Maharashtra. This tradition honours Lord Vitthal, a form of Lord Vishnu. It takes the devotees from towns like Dehu anf Alandi to the sacred city of Pandharpur. The journey is marked by devotion, unity, and cultural vibrancy, culminating on Ashadhi Ekadashi, which falls on July 6, 2025, this year.
What Is Pandharpur Wari?
Pandharpur Wari is a centuries-old tradition that sees devotees, known as Warkaris, walk for several days while chanting devotional songs and hymns. The pilgrimage is led by two major Palkhi processions:
- Sant Tukaram Maharaj's Palkhi from Dehu
- Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj's Palkhi from Alandi
The entire event spans nearly 20 days and covers approximately 250 kilometres, with daily halts in towns and villages where cultural events are held.
Sant Tukaram Maharaj Palkhi 2025
The Sant Tukaram Maharaj Palkhi procession begins from Dehu, the birthplace of Sant Tukaram, and continues through various towns and villages before culminating in Pandharpur on the eve of Ashadhi Ekadashi.
- Departure From Dehu: June 18, 2025 (Wednesday)
- Arrival In Pandharpur: July 5, 2025 (Saturday)
- Main Event: Ashadhi Ekadashi on July 6, 2025 (Sunday)
Day-Wise Schedule Of Tukaram Maharaj Palkhi Yatra 2025
- June 18, Wednesday – Dehu: Palkhi departure ceremony and spiritual send-off
- June 19, Thursday – Akurdi: Procession moves through Pimpri-Chinchwad region
- June 20, Friday – Pune (Nanapeth): Grand reception in Pune with cultural and spiritual programs
- June 21, Saturday – Hadapsar: Halt with community interactions and devotional events
- June 22, Sunday – Loni Kalbhor: Bhajans, abhangas, and evening devotional gatherings
- June 23, Monday – Yavat: Devotee participation increases significantly
- June 24, Tuesday – Varvand: Short halt with traditional prayers and food offerings
- June 25, Wednesday – Baramati: Warm hospitality by locals with devotional music
- June 26, Thursday – Indapur: Spiritual discourses, rest, and cultural performances
- June 27, Friday – Akluj: Famous Ringan event with horse parades and rituals
- June 28, Saturday – Malshiras: Traditional hospitality and community meals for pilgrims
- June 29, Sunday – Natepute: Chanting of Sant Tukaram’s abhangas and kirtans
- June 30, Monday – Velapur: Rest halt with medical facilities and refreshment camps
- July 1, Tuesday – Pandharpur Road Stretch: Final phase of the journey begins
- July 2, Wednesday – Bhandishegaon: Short stop with local cultural and devotional programs
- July 3, Thursday – Wakhri: Last major halt before reaching Pandharpur
- July 4, Friday – Rest And Preparation Day: Devotees prepare for the final leg of the journey
- July 5, Saturday – Arrival In Pandharpur: Grand welcome and ceremonial entry into the holy town
- July 6, Sunday – Ashadhi Ekadashi: Main celebration and darshan at Vitthal-Rukmini Mandir
Spiritual Significance Of Tukaram Maharaj Palkhi
The Tukaram Maharaj Palkhi is a moving symbol of devotion and unity. This procession honour Sant Tukaram, the saint-poet who preached bhakti, equality, and love for God through his soulful abhangas.
Carrying his padukas, the palkhi travels from Dehu to Pandharpur, followed by thousands of devotees chanting and walking with faith. It reflects the saint's message of simple, sincere devotion beyond caste or status, inspiring people to walk the path of harmony, spiritual purpose, and humility.
Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj Palkhi 2025
The Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj Palkhi procession begins from Alandi, the holy town where Sant Dnyaneshwar took sanjeevan samadhi, and travels across Maharashtra, joining thousands of Warkaris on the sacred route to Pandharpur, culminating on the eve of Ashadhi Ekadashi.
- Departure From Alandi: June 19, 2025 (Friday)
- Arrival In Pandharpur: July 5, 2025 (Saturday)
- Main Event: Ashadhi Ekadashi on July 6, 2025 (Sunday)
Day-Wise Schedule Of Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj Palkhi 2025
- June 19, Thursday – Alandi: Palkhi departure at 8 PM with rituals and community prayers.
- June 20, Friday – Pune (Bhavanipeth): Arrival and overnight halt.
- June 21, Saturday – Pune: Cultural programs and community interactions.
- June 22, Sunday – Saswad: Procession moves towards Saswad.
- June 23, Monday – Saswad: Halt with devotional activities and community service.
- June 24, Tuesday – Jejuri: Spiritual discourses and evening bhajans.
- June 25, Wednesday – Walhe: Traditional offerings and community interactions.
- June 26, Thursday – Lonand: Major halt with devotional singing and rest for pilgrims.
- June 27, Friday – Taradgaon: Symbolic farewell (Niravsamadhi) and spiritual lectures.
- June 28, Saturday – Phaltan: Local hospitality and Wari traditions.
- June 29, Sunday – Barad: Rest and spiritual activities.
- June 30, Monday – Natepute: Chanting of Sant Dnyaneshwar’s abhangas and kirtans.
- July 1, Tuesday – Malshiras: Rest halt with medical facilities and refreshment camps.
- July 2, Wednesday – Velapur: Short stop with local cultural and devotional programs.
- July 3, Thursday – Bhandishegaon: Final halt before reaching Wakhari.
- July 4, Friday – Wakhari: Last major halt before reaching Pandharpur.
- July 5, Saturday – Pandharpur: Grand welcome and ceremonial entry into the holy town.
- July 6, Sunday – Ashadhi Ekadashi: Main celebration and darshan at Vitthal-Rukmini Temple.
Spiritual Significance Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj Palkhi
The Dnyaneshwar Maharaj Palkhi represents the timeless wisdom and deep spiritual insight of Sant Dnyaneshwar, the 13th-century saint-philosopher who authored the revered Dnyaneshwari—a Marathi commentary on the Bhagavad Gita.
Carrying his padukas, the palkhi becomes a sacred journey of knowledge, devotion, and self-realisation, inspiring lakhs of devotees to walk with purity and purpose. The procession encourages reflection, unity, and surrender to the divine, upholding Dnyaneshwar Maharaj’s vision of a spiritually awakened and compassionate society.
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