Saints Perform Fiery Penance on Narmada Banks: Koth Khappar Dhuni Tapasya Revealed

• Saints at Sundar Dham Ashram in Barwah, Khargone, are performing Koth Khappar Dhuni Tapasya, a rigorous penance involving a burning earthen pot on the head and sitting amidst fire.
• The ancient tradition, dating back 70-80 years, began on Basant Panchami and will continue until Ganga Dussehra, attracting devotees to the Narmada banks.
• Performed daily from 12 PM to 3 PM under the guidance of Mahamandaleshwar Balakdas Maharaj, the penance involves sitting in a circle of lit cow dung cakes.
• The Koth Khappar Dhuni Tapasya has six stages, including Panch Dhuni, Sapt Dhuni, and Dwadash Dhuni, each lasting about three years, with the entire penance taking approximately 18 years to complete.
• Despite extreme heat, especially in April-May, saints endure one and a half to three hours of continuous austerity daily for public welfare, upholding a 70-year-old tradition.

Why It Matters: Saints on Narmada's banks continue a 70-year-old fiery penance for public welfare, enduring extreme conditions.