New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday paid homage to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his 395th birth anniversary, acknowledging his valour and leadership in laying the foundation for Swarajya.
छत्रपती शिवाजी महाराज यांच्या जयंतीनिमित्त मी त्यांना अभिवादन करतो.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 19, 2025
त्यांच्या पराक्रमाने आणि दूरदर्शी नेतृत्वाने स्वराज्याची पायाभरणी केली, ज्यामुळे अनेक पिढ्यांना धैर्य आणि न्यायाची मूल्ये जपण्याची प्रेरणा मिळाली. ते आपल्याला एक बलशाली, आत्मनिर्भर आणि समृद्ध भारत घडवण्यासाठी… pic.twitter.com/zu0vLviiPf
“I pay homage to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his Jayanti. His valour and visionary leadership laid the foundation for Swarajya, inspiring generations to uphold the values of courage and justice. He inspires us in building a strong, self-reliant, and prosperous India,” PM Modi wrote on X.
‘हिंदवी स्वराज्य’ का उद्घोष करने वाले छत्रपति शिवाजी महाराज जी का जीवन नीति, कर्त्तव्य और धर्मपरायणता का संगम था। कट्टरपंथी आक्रांताओं के विरुद्ध जीवनपर्यंत संघर्ष कर सनातन स्वाभिमान के धर्म ध्वज रक्षक छत्रपति शिवाजी महाराज जी एक राष्ट्रनिर्माता के तौर पर सदैव स्मरणीय रहेंगे।… pic.twitter.com/tYS9vknrCf
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) February 19, 2025
Union Home Minister Amit Shah also paid tribute to Shivaji Maharaj, calling him a nation builder who upheld Sanatan self-respect.
“The life of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj ji, who proclaimed ‘Hindavi Swarajya’, was a confluence of ethics, duty, and piety. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the protector of the flag of Sanatan self-respect by fighting throughout his life against the fundamentalist invaders, will always be remembered as a nation builder,” Amit Shah posted on X.
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted Shivaji Maharaj’s courage, commitment to justice, and dedication to the welfare of people in his tribute.
“I bow to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his Jayanti. His unmatched courage, commitment to justice, and unwavering dedication to the welfare of the people continue to inspire us. Shivaji Maharaj’s legacy of selfless service, integrity, and resilience will pave the way for prosperity and peace for coming generations,” Rajnath Singh wrote on X.
Legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
Born on February 19, 1630, at Shivneri Fort in Pune, Shivaji Maharaj was a legendary 17th-century Indian warrior king who founded the Maratha Empire. Considered one of India’s greatest warriors, he is credited with establishing a well-organized administrative system and a civil code for the local populace.
In 1674, after years of fierce battles against the Mughals, he formally laid the foundation of the Maratha Empire in western India. His leadership, military strategies, and governance reforms continue to inspire generations.
Shivaji Jayanti is observed to honour his contributions to the restoration of the Maratha Empire and to celebrate his enduring legacy as a warrior, administrator, and visionary ruler.