Anonymous Devotee Donates ₹59 Lakh Gold Crown to Shirdi Sai Baba Temple on Guru Purnima
Anonymous Devotee Donates ₹59 Lakh Gold Crown to Shirdi Sai Baba Temple on Guru Purnima
In a heartfelt act of devotion on the sacred occasion of Guru Purnima, an anonymous devotee offered a grand donation of ornaments worth ₹65 lakh to the revered Shirdi Sai Baba temple. Among the items donated was a stunning gold crown valued at ₹59 lakh, weighing 566 grams. The devotee, choosing to remain unnamed, left no trace of identity, letting their offering speak louder than words.
Alongside the intricately crafted gold crown, the donation also included 54 grams of gold flowers and a 2-kilogram silver necklace. The devotee made no mention of their name or address when presenting the jewelry, preferring complete anonymity in their spiritual gesture.
The temple witnessed a sea of faith as thousands of devotees gathered for darshan on Guru Purnima. The surge in footfall led to waiting lines stretching for nearly five hours, as devotees braved the crowd to offer their respects.
Goraksh Gadilkar, the Chief Executive Officer of Sai Trust Shirdi, reflected on the emotional significance of the offering, saying, “This contribution isn’t just measured by its monetary worth—it reflects a deep, personal devotion. The gold crown and silver necklace are not simply precious metals, but symbols of sincere gratitude and heartfelt faith shown by a Sai devotee.”
Guru Purnima has been celebrated at the Shirdi Sai Baba temple since 1908. According to the temple trust, offerings pour in every year from across the nation and beyond. The festival continues to draw an ever-growing crowd of believers, both domestic and international.
“Year after year, we receive overwhelming support and offerings from devotees all over India,” added Gadilkar. “Devotees from 61 countries have come here to worship. Even today, we have pilgrims from Germany, Colombia, and Sri Lanka present at the temple.”
Guru Purnima, also known as Vyasa Purnima, is an auspicious day celebrated across Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain traditions in countries like India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It honors Maharishi Ved Vyasa, the legendary sage credited with compiling the Vedas and authoring the Mahabharata. His teachings as the Adi Guru (original teacher) form the foundation of countless spiritual lineages and traditions that thrive to this day.
While the identity of the donor remains a mystery, their silent act of giving has become the center of heartfelt admiration and discussion among devotees and the temple trust alike. In a world often loud with self-promotion, this quiet offering stands as a powerful example of selfless faith—pure, profound, and deeply moving.
