Published 13:09 IST, February 19th 2020
Shivaji Jayanti celebrations in Mumbai: All you need to know about it
Here is all one needs to know about the Shivaji Jayanti celebration in Mumbai. Read on for more information on how Mumbai celebrates the birthday of Shivaji
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Shivaji Jayanti is one of prominent festivals celebrated in state of Maharashtra. Shivaji was one of bravest Maratha warriors who reigned during time of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. February 19 of every year is celebrated as Shivaji Jayanti on occasion of this Maratha hero’s birthday.
Shivaji Jayanti celebrations in Mumbai is carried with great pomp and cheer. day has also been declared as a public holiday in state of Maharashtra. Memorials and statues of Shivaji are found throughout state especially in city of Mumbai. Even Indian Navy’s INS Shivaji is named after this historical figure.
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Shivaji Jayanti celebration in Mumbai
Shivaji Jayanti celebration in Mumbai is carried out for one day. main highlight of Shivaji Jayanti celebration is colourful procession that is organised on this day every year. Many dancers are also hired who perform on tritional Marathi songs during Shivaji Jayanti celebration.
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Shivaji was a great hero for Marathas and people still remember him fondly. Many people come to attend festivities of Shivaji Jayanti and show respect towards this brave warrior. Many people offer flowers and garlands to statue of Shivaji at Shivenri fort located in Junnar, Pune district.
This place is touted to be birthplace of Shivaji. Or than Maharashtra, Shivaji Jayanti celebrations are also carried out in states of Goa and Karnataka.
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Many activities are also carried out at Shivaji Park in Dar, for Shivaji Jayanti celebration in Mumbai. Schools in Mumbai also observe this festival in order to remind young minds about military prowess and bravery of Shivaji Maharaj. However, celebrations are mostly carried out on February 18, since February 19 is a state holiday.
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Students usually enact scenes from life of Shivaji and carry forward his legends. Sometimes even a puja is conducted to seek blessings of Shivaji Maharaj. Shivaji Jayanti is also a bank holiday and all banks remain closed on this day.
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13:09 IST, February 19th 2020