Bhajani Sahitya Shegaon: Musical Instruments Provided to Devotional Groups
Quick Answer: Bhajani Sahitya Shegaon is Shri Gajanan Maharaj Sansthan’s gift of devotional instruments to rural Warkari Bhajani Dindis — completely free of cost. One set holds 10 pairs of cymbals (Taal jod), 1 Mrudang and 1 Veena, along with Sant Wangmaya. Each village receives one set, and your group applies with a Sarpanch certificate, a Police Patil certificate and recommendations from a Warkari elder and your Buwa.
In many villages, the evening bhajan is the heartbeat of the day — and a group can only sing as well as its instruments allow. That is why Shri Gajanan Maharaj Sansthan, Shegaon, Dist. Buldhana, Maharashtra, hands out Bhajani Sahitya to village dindis, so that bhajan, haripath and kirtan keep ringing in rural Maharashtra. Everything below follows what the Sansthan publishes on its official Bhajani Sahitya page. If you are new to the Sansthan, our complete guide is a good place to begin.
What does Bhajani Sahitya Shegaon include?
Every set is the same — a full kit for one village’s bhajani mandal, given with the Sansthan’s blessings and no charge.
| Item | Quantity per set |
|---|---|
| Cymbals (Taal jod) | 10 pairs |
| Mrudang | 1 |
| Veena | 1 |
| Sant Wangmaya (spiritual literature) | Shri Dnyaneshwari, Shri Ekanathi Bhagwat and Shri Tukaram Gatha |
Keep these quantities in mind before you apply — it is one set per village.
Which Dindis are eligible for Bhajani Sahitya?
The Sansthan keeps the rules simple — the instruments go to rural Bhajani Dindis that truly need them.
- One set per village: each village receives a single set.
- No earlier set: your group must not have received Bhajani Sahitya from the Sansthan or any other institute before.
- Larger villages: if your village has a population above 5,000, you may ask for an additional set — with a Sarpanch certificate stating that one set is not enough.
Check your village’s past records first — a second set needs the Sarpanch’s word in writing.
What documents do you need to apply?
Gather five things before you submit — the Sansthan lists each one as a separate condition, so none can be skipped.
- Sarpanch certificate: confirms the Bhajani Mandal belongs to your village and has received no Bhajani Sahitya earlier, from any institute or from the Sansthan.
- Police Patil certificate: the same confirmation, issued separately by the Police Patil.
- Warkari recommendation: from a respected personality of the Warkari Sampradaya in your area — a kirtankar, bhagwatkar or pravachankar.
- Buwa recommendation: from your own spiritual guru (Buwa), in addition to the one above.
- Group details: the group’s full name, address and a group photograph.
Reach the Sansthan through the contact page, and find the address on the location page.
Get all five ready before you submit — the Sansthan distributes only to dindis that meet every condition.
When and where is Bhajani Sahitya distributed?
Sets are handed over to dindis during the Sansthan’s utsav, so the timing matters as much as the paperwork.
- At Shegaon: distribution is linked to Pragat Din, Ram Navami and Punyatithi Utsav.
- At other kshetras: the Sansthan also distributes at its Pandharpur, Trimbakeshwar and Alandi branches, around the Ashadi and Kartiki Ekadashi wari seasons.
- Confirm before you travel: ask the Sansthan for the exact date and venue — the Sansthan itself cautions that wrong information circulates in its name.
Official channels only — no agents, no third-party confirmations.
Is Bhajani Sahitya free, and what is it used for?
Yes — the Sansthan gives Bhajani Sahitya entirely free of cost to every group that meets the conditions.
- Purpose: the set serves your village’s bhajan, haripath and kirtan, helping the Warkari tradition live on in rural areas.
- The wider journey: many dindis walk on towards Pandharpur — our Shegaon to Pandharpur spiritual yatra itinerary may help.
Use the set for your village’s bhajan — that is the purpose it is given for.
Planning a Shegaon visit with your Dindi
If your group is coming to Shegaon for darshan, you are welcome to stay at Shri Gajanan Maharaj Sansthan Bhakta Niwas, Shegaon, Dist. Buldhana, Maharashtra.
- Message first: book on the official WhatsApp number +919031167563, and compare options on the rooms page.
- Carry photo ID: every devotee needs a valid government photo ID — the booking documents guide lists what to bring.
- Plan around aarti: Kakad Aarti is at 5:00 AM and Shej Aarti around 9:30 PM — see the aarti timings at Shegaon for the rest.
Official channels only — no agents, no third-party confirmations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bhajani Sahitya Shegaon?
Bhajani Sahitya is the Sansthan’s free distribution of musical instruments to eligible rural Bhajani Dindis. One set holds 10 pairs of cymbals, 1 Mrudang and 1 Veena, with Sant Wangmaya.
Is Bhajani Sahitya free of cost?
Yes. The Sansthan distributes the instruments free of cost to dindis that meet every condition.
How many sets can one village get?
One set per village. A village with a population above 5,000 may apply for an additional set with a Sarpanch certificate, so confirm that process with the Sansthan office.
Which documents are needed for Bhajani Sahitya?
A Sarpanch certificate, a Police Patil certificate, a recommendation from a kirtankar, bhagwatkar or pravachankar, a recommendation from a Buwa, and the group’s full name, address and photo.
When does the Sansthan distribute Bhajani Sahitya?
At Shegaon, distribution is linked to Pragat Din, Ram Navami and Punyatithi Utsav. The Sansthan also distributes at its Pandharpur, Trimbakeshwar and Alandi branches, so confirm the exact date and venue with the Sansthan first.