Pandharpur Wari Yatra attracts lakhs of devotees every year from all over Maharashtra, which makes it one of the largest spiritual yatra (journey) in India. Pandharpur Wari Yatra is held in honour of Lord Vitthal (Vithoba). This foot yatra involves devotees known as Warkaris who cover’s a distance of more than 250 km with palanquins (Palkhis) of great saints like Sant Tukaram Maharaj and Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj, all the way to Pandharpur. The peak of the Pandharpur Wari Yatra hits Ashadhi Ekadashi, which falls on July 6, 2025.
What is Pandharpur Wari?
The Pandharpur Wari Yatra is an ancient tradition where Warkaris take a chance to show their devotion through walking, singing abhangas (devotional poems), and participating in spiritual discourses. Pandharpur Wari Yatra starts from Dehu and Alandi, the processions carry the Paduka (footprints) of the saint-poets in decorated Palkhis, reflecting deep reverence for both bhakti and community spirit.
Sant Tukaram Maharaj Palkhi 2025 Schedule & Route
- Start Date: June 18, 2025 (from Dehu)
- Pandharpur Arrival: July 5, 2025
- Ashadhi Ekadashi Darshan: July 6, 2025
Route Overview:
| Date | Location | Highlights |
| June 18 | Dehu | Departure Ceremony |
| June 19 | Akurdi | Procession Through Pimpri-Chinchwad |
| June 20 | Pune (Nanapeth) | Cultural Welcome |
| June 21 | Hadapsar | Community Events |
| June 22 | Loni Kalbhor | Devotional Gatherings |
| June 23 | Yavat | Rising Participation |
| June 24 | Varvand | Traditional Prayers |
| June 25 | Baramati | Devotional Music |
| June 26 | Indapur | Discourses and Performances |
| June 27 | Akluj | Ringan Ritual |
| June 28 | Malshiras | Pilgrims’ Meals |
| June 29 | Natepute | Bhajans & Kirtans |
| June 30 | Velapur | Medical Camps |
| July 1 | Pandharpur Road | Final Stretch Begins |
| July 2 | Bhandishegaon | Devotional Activities |
| July 3 | Wakhari | Last Major Halt |
| July 4 | Rest Day | Preparation for Final Darshan |
| July 5 | Pandharpur | Arrival & Rituals |
| July 6 | Vitthal Darshan | Ashadhi Ekadashi |
Spiritual Significance:
The Tukaram Maharaj Palkhi honours the 17th-century poet-saint who, with his abhangas and thoughts of equality and devotion, inspired millions of his followers.
Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj Palkhi 2025 Schedule & Route
- Start Date: June 19, 2025 (from Alandi)
- Pandharpur Arrival: July 5, 2025
- Ashadhi Ekadashi Darshan: July 6, 2025
Route Overview:
| Date | Location | Highlights |
| June 19 | Alandi | Ritualistic Send-Off |
| June 20 | Pune (Bhavanipeth) | Overnight Halt |
| June 21 | Pune | Community Events |
| June 22 | Saswad | Devotional March |
| June 23 | Saswad | Bhajans & Service |
| June 24 | Jejuri | Spiritual Discourses |
| June 25 | Walhe | Local Interactions |
| June 26 | Lonand | Major Halt |
| June 27 | Taradgaon | Niravsamadhi Rituals |
| June 28 | Phaltan | Local Traditions |
| June 29 | Barad | Rest Day |
| June 30 | Natepute | Chanting & Kirtans |
| July 1 | Malshiras | Refreshment Camps |
| July 2 | Velapur | Devotional Gatherings |
| July 3 | Bhandishegaon | Final Halt |
| July 4 | Wakhari | Last Stop Before Pandharpur |
| July 5 | Pandharpur | Arrival & Celebration |
| July 6 | Vitthal Darshan | Ashadhi Ekadashi |
This Palkhi is dedicated to Sant Dnyaneshwar, the young saint-philosopher who wrote the Dnyaneshwari, a religious commentary on the Bhagavad Gita. His teachings are highly focused on devotion and self-realization .
Ashadhi Ekadashi & Vitthal Worship: Importance
Ashadhi Ekadashi is the most auspicious day in the Warkari tradition. On this day, devotees look for Lord Vitthal’s darshan at the Vitthal-Rukmini Mandir in Pandharpur. The energy is fully electric with bhajans, kirtans, and complete surrender to the god.
