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Religion
101-year-old grandmother’s wish granted: family carries her 40 km on head to Devpur Dham
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 25 Aug 2026, 10:17 AM
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A 101‑year‑old resident of Shahpur Colony in Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh, was taken to the holy site of Devpur Dham after her family carried her on their heads for a 40‑kilometre walk.
Bania Bai, a 101‑year‑old resident of Shahpur Colony village in Vidisha district of Madhya Pradesh, had long expressed a wish to visit the nearby pilgrimage centre of Devpur Dham.
Her children and grandchildren organised an unconventional pilgrimage, deciding to transport her on their heads for the entire journey. The group set out on foot, covering roughly 40 kilometres of rural roads and pathways.
After several hours of walking, the family reached Devpur Dham, where Bania Bai was able to perform the rituals she had hoped to experience. The devotees at the shrine welcomed the elderly pilgrim.
The effort drew attention from local residents, who praised the family's dedication to honouring their matriarch’s desire. The episode highlights the deep respect for elders and the importance of pilgrimage in the region.
Her children and grandchildren organised an unconventional pilgrimage, deciding to transport her on their heads for the entire journey. The group set out on foot, covering roughly 40 kilometres of rural roads and pathways.
After several hours of walking, the family reached Devpur Dham, where Bania Bai was able to perform the rituals she had hoped to experience. The devotees at the shrine welcomed the elderly pilgrim.
The effort drew attention from local residents, who praised the family's dedication to honouring their matriarch’s desire. The episode highlights the deep respect for elders and the importance of pilgrimage in the region.