Sharad Pawar's compliments came after Nitin Gadkari highlighted the importance of using rust-resistant materials in coastal construction, specifically referencing the recent collapse of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue in Sindhudurg.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi went to Maharashtra today and bowed at the feet of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, asking for forgiveness. Standing on the soil of Maharashtra, Prime Minister Modi candidly stated that not only to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj but to everyone who was hurt by the collapse
Following the collapse of the 35-foot-tall statue of Shivaji Maharaj on August 26, the police booked the contractor after the state Public Works Department (PWD) claimed poor quality of the construction work.
The collapse of a 35-foot Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue in Sindhudurg has intensified political tensions in Maharashtra. While the opposition accuses the government of corruption, the Ajit Pawar-led NCP faction plans a protest, against the incident.
The MVA has announced plans to protest against the Eknath Shinde-led government over the collapse of a 35-foot Shivaji Maharaj statue at Rajkot Fort earlier this week. The opposition coalition plans to stage a protest march at the Gateway of India on September 1.
A statue of Maratha King Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, which was unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a fort in Maharashtra's Sindhudurg district last year, collapsed on Monday, an official said. The 35-foot statue collapsed around 1 pm at Rajkot Fort in Malvan, he said.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi had unveiled the statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj at Rajkot Fort in Malvan last year. The 35-foot tall statue collapsed on Monday.
‘Wagh-nakh’ (tiger claws), according to folklore, was used by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj to kill Afzal Khan, the General of Bijapur Sultanate, in 1659 - from a museum in the United Kingdom.
Shiv Samman Award is instituted by the Satara royal family and Shiv-bhakts. The award would be conferred to PM Modi at a grand ceremony at the Sainik School Ground in Satara.
PM Modi announced the change in epaulettes after unveiling the statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj during the Navy Day celebrations in Sindhudurg's Rajkot Fort.
Prime Minister Modi had earlier extended greetings on Navy Day, saying the commitment of navy personnel in safeguarding India's seas is a testament to their unwavering dedication to duty and love for the nation.
Wagh Nakh: The ‘wagh-nakh’ is part of folklore when Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj deployed it to kill Afzal Khan of the Adil Shahi dynasty of the Bijapur Sultanate, at the Pratapgad Fort in Satara 364 years ago.
Wagh Nakh Shivaji Maharaj: "Our glorious heritage returns. Get ready to witness history in the making as the legendary 'wagh nakh' of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is all set to make its triumphant return to where it truly belongs," the culture ministry said in its post.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's adolescent years will be showcased in an upcoming film titled Bal Shivaji. Know more details.
Chhatrapati Shivaji coronation day: In a virtual address on the occasion of the 350th year of Shivaji's coronation day, PM Modi said that the Maratha ruler sent out a strong message to those who tried to hurt Swaraj, religion, culture and heritage.
Maharashtra news: The complainant, who is an autorickshaw driver, alleged that he came across a post by the minor accused on Instagram on Friday, which contained derogatory remarks and images of Shivaji Maharaj, police official said.
Kanyakumari news: The Shivaji statue has been covered with a cloth and a police investigation is underway.
Akshay Kumar recently shared that he has commenced filming for his Marathi debut film "Vedat Marathe Veer Daudle Saat", and hours later posted a clip of his first look as Shivaji Maharaj on Instagram.
Akshay Kumar is all set to play Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in Mahesh Manjrekar's upcoming film. In the past, a number of actors have attempted to play the great Maratha warrior in films and shows, let's take a look at them.
Chhatrapati Shivaji statue row: Congress leader Naveen D'Souza opposed the move denoting the position of the Maharashtra Ekikaran Samiti (MES) against Karnataka.
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