Updated On: 17 July, 2024 07:00 PM IST | Sanjana Deshpande
A large number of devotees on Wednesday gathered at the Vitthal mandir across the country on the occassion of Ashadhi Ekadashi. Pics/Ashish Raje

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Mumbai traffic police issued new traffic restrictions ahead of Aashadi Ekadashi, closing several routes in Wadala and Dadar from July 16 to July 18
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The traffic regulations were effective from July 16 at 7 pm and will continue till 8 am on July 18

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Meanwhile, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday performed puja at a temple in Pandharpur town of Solapur district on the occasion of `Ashadhi Ekadashi`
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He prayed to Lord Vitthal for abundant rain in the state that would help farmers, a statement from Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde`s office said

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Lakhs of `warkaris` (devotees of Lord Vitthal) congregated in Pandhapur from different parts of Maharashtra and neighbouring states for the celebration
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On the auspicious day of Ashadhi Ekadashi, PM Modi wished for the day and prayed for the blessings of Lord Vitthal to build a society filled with joy and prosperity

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah also took to social media platform `X` to extend his wishes for the day
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