Maharashtra Government to Build Grand Memorial of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in Agra

Mumbai: The Maharashtra government on Friday decided to build a grand memorial of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj at the historical site in Agra, where the legendary Maratha ruler was kept under house arrest by the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. The state budget will allocate funds for this project.

CM Devendra Fadnavis ' Promise Fulfilled

The decision fulfilled a promise made by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis during a program in Agra on the occasion of Shivaji Maharaj’s 395th birth anniversary. At the event, Fadnavis assured that the Maharashtra government would acquire the site and construct a memorial to honor the legacy of the great warrior king.

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Historical and Cultural Significance

The memorial will serve multiple purposes, including:

• Preserving and spreading the historical legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
• Protecting Maharashtra’s historical heritage and boosting tourism.
• Strengthening Maharashtra’s historical presence at a key historical site in Agra.

A Step Towards Honoring Maratha Pride

The Maharashtra government’s initiative aims to honor the bravery and strategic brilliance of Shivaji Maharaj, who escaped from Mughal captivity in Agra in 1666 through a daring plan. The site holds great historical importance for Marathas and the nation.

The memorial project is expected to attract historians, tourists, and devotees from across India and beyond, further cementing the great Maratha ruler’s legacy in the annals of history.