Dada Dhuniwale Darbar

Dada Dhuniwale Darbar is a revered shrine and samadhi site of saint Dada Dhuniwale (Shri Keshavanand Ji) located in Khandwa, Madhya Pradesh. Situated in the heart of Khandwa city, the Darbar houses the saint's samadhi and a continuously burning dhuni (sacred fire). It is a major pilgrimage centre attracting devotees from across Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, known for its simple architecture, spiritual atmosphere and annual fairs.

Visitors can expect a large shrine complex centered on the samadhi of Dada Dhuniwale and the sacred dhuni that burns continuously. The complex includes a main darbar hall, prayer areas, and open courtyards where devotees gather for darshan and meditation. The setting is urban and accessible within Khandwa city, with shops selling prasad and religious items outside. The atmosphere is devotional with regular aarti and bhajans.

The Darbar is dedicated to Dada Dhuniwale, also known as Shri Keshavanand Ji Maharaj, a mystic saint who lived in Khandwa in the early 20th century and was known for meditating beside a dhuni (sacred fire). He is believed to have taken samadhi in 1930. His samadhi and dhuni were enshrined by devotees, and the site developed into a major shrine managed by the Shri Dadaji Dhuniwale Trust.

The Darbar is an important centre of faith for devotees in the Nimar region of Madhya Pradesh and neighboring Maharashtra. It is revered as a place of spiritual solace where devotees offer prayers at the dhuni and samadhi. Major gatherings occur on Guru Purnima and during the annual mela commemorating Dadaji's samadhi, reflecting local devotional traditions.