Alandi Yatra is a pilgrimage to the Alandi in Pune – the place where Saint Dnyaneshwar attained Samadhi. Alandi Yatra 2023 date is December 9. It is performed on the eleventh day of the Krishna Paksha of Kartik Month as per traditional calendar followed in Maharashtra . The famous Utpatti Ekadasi is observed on this day.
During this period dindis from various villages from Pune and nearby districts arrive at the temple. Devotees walk nearly 100 kms to reach the shrine. Women carry Tulsi plant on their head.
Food offerings are made for the devotees by ashrams and organizations on the occasion.
