Warkaris Enthusiastically Respond to ‘Samvadwari’ Exhibition in Sansar

Pune : With idols of Vitthal-Rukmini on their heads, tulsi altars in hand, along with cymbals, veenas, and flags of the Bhagwat Dharma, Warkaris marching toward Pandharpur have also been turning their footsteps toward the ‘Samvadwari’ exhibition organized by the Directorate General of Information and Public Relations.

Held alongside the Jagadguru Sant Tukaram Maharaj Palkhi procession, the ‘Samvadwari’ campaign features an exhibition, tableau vehicles (chitraraths), LED vans, cultural troupes, and street plays—all aimed at spreading awareness about government schemes. The initiative has already received a warm response from Warkaris and villagers at several locations including Kadamwakvasti, Loni Kalbhor, Yavat, Varvand, Undwadi Gawalyachi, Baramati, and now Sansar.

Chitrarath Draws Special Attention

The chitrarath traveling with the Palkhi has emerged as a special attraction for Warkaris. Many are seen clicking pictures with the tableau, which features eye-catching displays such as a traditional lamp and a model of the Tulsi Vrindavan on the front. The creative design and artistic presentation of the tableau are sparking curiosity among the pilgrims.

The cultural troupe performances are being met with applause, effectively blending entertainment with informative messages about various schemes. On the LED van accompanying the procession, government schemes are being showcased through audio-visual clips on large screens.

In multiple locations, traditional devotional performances like bhajans and chants of “Vitthunam” are paired with informative presentations on cleanliness, health, and social welfare, making the initiative both educational and engaging. Crowds can often be seen gathering around these mobile information units.

Warkaris and local citizens are making a point to visit the exhibition, actively engaging with and learning about various public welfare schemes. Informative leaflets are also being distributed to visitors. The exhibition is scheduled to be held at Nimgaon Ketki on June 28 and Indapur Palkhi Tal on June 29, with the District Information Office urging all citizens to benefit from it.

Information on Various Government Schemes Displayed

The exhibition includes 30 flex panels providing insights on:

• Livestock-related Kisan Credit Cards for animal husbandry
• Entrepreneurship promotion under the Livestock Campaign
• Baliraja and other farmer upliftment initiatives
• Safe food testing systems to ensure unadulterated food
• Chief Minister’s Solar Agri Feeder Scheme
• AgriStack registration for access to agricultural benefits
• ‘Mahavistaar-AI’ app
• Cyber security awareness
• Irrigation projects
• Senior citizens’ welfare cells in the Ministry of Social Justice
• Welfare and rights protection schemes for the transgender community
• Scheduled Tribes Commission for tribal welfare
• Construction of 30 lakh homes under PM Awas Yojana Phase 2
• Schemes like PM-Janman, Ramai, Shabari, Atal Workers’ Housing, Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Awas, and Modi Awas Yojana

Additional highlights include:

• CM’s Livestock Health Scheme
• Toll-free helpline and call center for veterinary health services
• Online cooperative services via ‘Aaple Sahakar’ portal
• Maharashtra Electric Vehicle Policy 2025 under the Transport Department
• Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Hostel Scheme
• Separate welfare schemes for the Gowari community
• A dedicated department for persons with disabilities
• Implementation of the National Education Policy 2020 under Higher and Technical Education

Voices from the Wari

Balasaheb Kunjir from Valti, Haveli Taluka said:
“Through the Samvadwari initiative during the Ashadhi Wari, we are learning about many government schemes via exhibitions, chitraraths, LED vans, cultural shows, and street plays. I thank the state government for this effort.”

Sant preacher H.B.P. Jyotirao Kamble from Masala Khurd, Tuljapur Taluka, Dharashiv District added:
“This initiative, envisioned by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and supported by Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, ensures that citizens, especially senior citizens, women, children, and youth, are informed about beneficial government schemes. Such awareness efforts should continue in the future.”