On the 349th birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Prime Minister Narendra Modi honored the memory of the esteemed Maratha king and highlighted his profound cultural significance. Through a video shared on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), PM Modi presented vivid depictions of Shivaji Maharaj accompanied by his own narrative. The video explored Shivaji Maharaj’s pivotal role in India’s Swaraj movement, symbolizing the liberation from centuries of subjugation and foreign rule. PM Modi underscored how Shivaji Maharaj inspired the nation during challenging epochs, championing the cause of the people and significantly contributing to India’s journey towards independence. Animated sequences, archival footage, and snippets from the Ayodhya Ram Mandir inauguration were interwoven to illustrate the ruler’s enduring impact on contemporary India. Meanwhile, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Deputy Chief Ministers Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar paid homage to Shivaji Maharaj at Shivneri Fort. Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi also shared his tribute, posting a photograph of himself honoring Shivaji Maharaj’s statue on social media platform X, commending the king’s valor and resilience in the face of injustice.
