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Warkari Rescued From Nira River
✍️ lokmattimes.com
🗓 16 Jul 2026, 02:03 PM
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A Warkari fell into the Nira River during the Ashadhi Wari Palkhi procession in Maharashtra and was rescued by the NDRF. The incident occurred during the annual pilgrimage.
A dramatic rescue operation was carried out by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) in Maharashtra. The Warkari, who was participating in the Ashadhi Wari Palkhi procession, accidentally fell into the Nira River. The NDRF team quickly responded to the emergency and saved the Warkari. The Ashadhi Wari Palkhi procession is an annual event where devotees travel on foot to the Vithoba temple in Pandharpur. The procession is a significant event in Maharashtra, showcasing the state's rich cultural heritage.