Man Undertakes 9 km Pilgrimage After Divorce in Basti
A man identified as Jogesh from Narkhoria village in Basti completed a 9-kilometre dandawat yatra during Chaitra Navratri, following his divorce finalized earlier in January 2026.
The pilgrimage involved full-body prostrations across the route, performed from morning till evening while fasting and chanting. Family members accompanied him, while local residents gathered along the way in support.
Authorities monitored the journey and ensured safety arrangements, as videos of the act circulated widely on social media, drawing mixed reactions. Some praised the display of devotion and endurance, while others discussed broader social perspectives on marriage, separation, and cultural practices.
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