Published 10:19 IST, February 19th 2020

'Chhatrapati Shivaji synonymous with valour', says Shah on the occasion of Shivaji Jayanti

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday paid his tribute to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on the occasion of Shivaji Jayanti.

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday paid his tribute to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on occasion of Shivaji Jayanti. Taking to Twitter, Shah stated that Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's 'loyalty, dedication and sacrifice' for morland will keep inspiring everyone.

He furr ded that Shivaji Maharaj, who is founder of Hindu Swaraj, is synymous with cour and valour. Shah furr gave a salute to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

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About Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is founder of Hindu Swaraj and creator of Maratha Empire. He was born on February 19, 1630. He is kwn to establish a progressive civil rule with well-structured ministrative organisations. He has promoted use of Marathi and Sanskrit and revived ancient Hindu political tritions. 

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In mid-19th century, social reformer Jyotirao Phule reinterpreted Shivaji, portraying him as a hero of lower castes. He remains as one of greatest figures in Maharashtra's history. Maratha emperor's birth anniversary is celebrated as Shivaji Jayanti and is declared as a public holiday in Maharashtra. 

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10:19 IST, February 19th 2020