The shrine of Shree Katamgal Dada stands majestically amidst a grove of mango trees near Farmagudi, overlooking the Farmagudi plateau. As one of the Rakhandars, or village protectors, scattered across the Konkan belt, Katamgal Dada safeguards the villagers from natural calamities and shields them from pain and suffering.
Divine Residence Shree Katamgal Dada
The holy spirit of Kattamgal Dada is believed to reside atop the sacred Peepal tree within the shrine premises, radiating blessings and divine grace to all who seek solace and guidance.
Devotional Practices and Festivities at Shree Katamgal Dada
Devotees from far and wide make a pilgrimage to the shrine throughout the year, with a particularly significant influx on Sundays and Wednesdays. These dedicated visits are marked by fervent prayers and heartfelt offerings to Katamgal Dada, seeking protection and prosperity for themselves and their loved ones.
An extraordinary festival unfolds in the villages of Gaunem and Nagueshi in Bandora during the auspicious month of Shravan. Villagers come together to celebrate with joy and devotion, preparing a delectable sweet dish known as ‘godshem’. This culinary delight, cooked with rice, moong, and jaggery in a traditional copper pot, symbolizes communal harmony and spiritual abundance.
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