Buldana, 01 May (HS):

Bhendwal predictions for the year refer to the traditional rituals called ‘Ghat

Mandani’, performed on Akshay Tritiya day, and observations explained by Punjaji

Maharaj and Sanartgdhar Mahara. The tradition is 370 years old, and the present priests

are from Chandrabhan Maharaj. The observations are based on the condition of

various grains and other items in a particular format. The predictions are usually on monsoon activities, crop patterns, and political issues related to

the nation.

Predictions

made on Wednesday morning: The activities will continue creating

tensions. The enemy will not be able to cause any major harm. The security system will be strong enough to thwart the enemy’s activities.

The monsoon will be satisfactory. Unseasonal rains

may create heavy losses in some parts. Crop situation will be normal, by

losses in some parts may result in a rise in prices. Heavy to very heavy rains in

July and September have been predicted. War-like situations and natural

calamities will be a major cause of concern for the Mother Earth.

A large number of villagers assemble at Bhendwal in

Buldana district to listen to the predictions. Most of the farmers inVidarbha plan their farming activities based

on these predictions.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Ajay Vasant Mardikar