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<p>Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute to the visionary leader, remarkable administrator, skilled tactician, and champion of Swarajya, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The Prime Minister declared that the bravery of Shivaji Maharaj continues to inspire people, while his governing methods function as a permanent guiding principle, and his dedication to justice and self-respect continues to empower society today. </p>
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<div>He stated that Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj dedicated his life to protecting all people because he considered their welfare to be more important than anything else.</div>
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<p>In an X post on a social media platform, Modi said, "On the Jayanti of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, we bow in reverence to the visionary leader, exceptional administrator, strategic thinker and champion of Swarajya. May his courage inspire us, his governance guide us and his spirit of justice and self-respect strengthen our society." </p>
<blockquote><p dir="ltr" lang="en" xml:lang="en">On the Jayanti of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, we bow in reverence to the visionary leader, exceptional administrator, strategic thinker and champion of Swarajya.</p>
<p>May his courage inspire us, his governance guide us and his spirit of justice and self-respect strengthen our… <a href="https://t.co/A6wmEjMvGu">pic.twitter.com/A6wmEjMvGu</a></p>
<p>— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/2024319921451389313?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 19, 2026</a></p></blockquote>
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<div>The opposition leader, Rahul Gandhi, remembered Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his Jayanti. In his X post, he showed deep respect for the great warrior who became a legendary leader.</div>
<p>Rahul Gandhi stated that Shivaji Maharaj represents an everlasting example of courageous behaviour, just governance and autonomous sovereignty. He explained that Shivaji's bravery and principles motivate people to fight against unfairness while they build a more powerful and unified Indian nation.</p>
<blockquote><p dir="ltr" lang="hi" xml:lang="hi">शौर्य की प्रतिमूर्ति छत्रपति शिवाजी महाराज जी की जयंती पर उन्हें सादर नमन।</p>
<p>शिवाजी महाराज वीरता, दूरदर्शिता और न्यायप्रिय नेतृत्व के अद्वितीय प्रतीक हैं।</p>
<p>उनका जीवन दर्शन और साहस हमें आज भी अन्याय के खिलाफ लड़ने की प्रेरणा देता है। <a href="https://t.co/P6hjY1KBE6">pic.twitter.com/P6hjY1KBE6</a></p>
<p>— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) <a href="https://twitter.com/RahulGandhi/status/2024330708660154738?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 19, 2026</a></p></blockquote>
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<p>He wrote on X that Shivaji Maharaj possessed a rare combination of bravery and courage, and he practised fair treatment of others while maintaining personal honour. Through his creation of Hindavi Swarajya, he motivated individuals to fight against unfair treatment. He safeguarded religious beliefs and protected women's rights, and dedicated himself to improving his community. Rajnath Singh stated that the life and principles of Shivaji Maharaj still serve as an inspiration to the Indian people today.</p>
<p>Jai Bhavani! Jai Shivaji!</p>
<blockquote><p dir="ltr" lang="mr" xml:lang="mr">धैर्य, पराक्रम, न्याय आणि स्वाभिमान यांचा अद्वितीय संगम म्हणजे छत्रपती शिवाजी महाराज!</p>
<p>हिंदवी स्वराज्याची स्थापना करून अन्यायाविरुद्ध लढण्याची प्रेरणा देणारे, धर्म, स्त्रीसन्मान आणि जनकल्याण यांचे रक्षण करणारे रयतेचे खरे राजा</p>
<p>श्रीमंत योगी, छत्रपती शिवाजी महाराज यांच्या…</p>
<p>— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) <a href="https://twitter.com/rajnathsingh/status/2024339026027892979?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 19, 2026</a></p></blockquote>
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<p>Amit Shah, Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, unveiled the equestrian statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, built by Maharashtra Samaj in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. </p>
<p>Harsh Sanghavi,  Deputy Chief Minister, Gujarat, attended the event with multiple other dignitaries. Amit Shah addressed the audience by declaring that the people of Gandhinagar should experience pride and happiness because the statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, who established 'Hindavi Swaraj' at this location, has been revealed. The 21-foot statue will serve as a source of motivation that residents of Gandhinagar will use to guide their future activities, according to him.</p>
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<div>Amit Shah declared that Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj achieved great things throughout his life, which will remain important in our present day. The nation will keep thanking him for his special contributions for many generations.</div>
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<p>The entire nation experienced a total lockdown under Mughal rule, which lasted from Afghanistan to Kanyakumari and from Somnath to Odisha. The Mughal Empire would keep its power over India indefinitely, according to him.</p>
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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute to the visionary leader, remarkable administrator, skilled tactician, and champion of Swarajya, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The Prime Minister declared that the bravery of Shivaji Maharaj continues to inspire people, while his governing methods function as a permanent guiding principle, and his dedication to justice and self-respect continues to empower society today. PM Modi highlights Shivaji Maharaj’s commitment to people’s welfareHe stated that Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj dedicated his life to protecting all people because he considered their welfare to be more important than anything else.In an X post on a social media platform, Modi said, "On the Jayanti of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, we bow in reverence to the visionary leader, exceptional administrator, strategic thinker and champion of Swarajya. May his courage inspire us, his governance guide us and his spirit of justice and self-respect strengthen our society." On the Jayanti of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, we bow in reverence to the visionary leader, exceptional administrator, strategic thinker and champion of Swarajya.May his courage inspire us, his governance guide us and his spirit of justice and self-respect strengthen our… pic.twitter.com/A6wmEjMvGu— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 19, 2026Rahul Gandhi pays tribute, calls Shivaji a symbol of justice and unityThe opposition leader, Rahul Gandhi, remembered Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his Jayanti. In his X post, he showed deep respect for the great warrior who became a legendary leader.Rahul Gandhi stated that Shivaji Maharaj represents an everlasting example of courageous behaviour, just governance and autonomous sovereignty. He explained that Shivaji's bravery and principles motivate people to fight against unfairness while they build a more powerful and unified Indian nation.शौर्य की प्रतिमूर्ति छत्रपति शिवाजी महाराज जी की जयंती पर उन्हें सादर नमन।शिवाजी महाराज वीरता, दूरदर्शिता और न्यायप्रिय नेतृत्व के अद्वितीय प्रतीक हैं।उनका जीवन दर्शन और साहस हमें आज भी अन्याय के खिलाफ लड़ने की प्रेरणा देता है। pic.twitter.com/P6hjY1KBE6— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) February 19, 2026Defence Minister remembers Shivaji's courage and idealsRajnath Singh paid tribute to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his JayantiHe wrote on X that Shivaji Maharaj possessed a rare combination of bravery and courage, and he practised fair treatment of others while maintaining personal honour. Through his creation of Hindavi Swarajya, he motivated individuals to fight against unfair treatment. He safeguarded religious beliefs and protected women's rights, and dedicated himself to improving his community. Rajnath Singh stated that the life and principles of Shivaji Maharaj still serve as an inspiration to the Indian people today.Jai Bhavani! Jai Shivaji!धैर्य, पराक्रम, न्याय आणि स्वाभिमान यांचा अद्वितीय संगम म्हणजे छत्रपती शिवाजी महाराज!हिंदवी स्वराज्याची स्थापना करून अन्यायाविरुद्ध लढण्याची प्रेरणा देणारे, धर्म, स्त्रीसन्मान आणि जनकल्याण यांचे रक्षण करणारे रयतेचे खरे राजाश्रीमंत योगी, छत्रपती शिवाजी महाराज यांच्या…— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) February 19, 2026Grand statue of Shivaji Maharaj unveiled in GandhinagarAmit Shah, Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, unveiled the equestrian statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, built by Maharashtra Samaj in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. Harsh Sanghavi,  Deputy Chief Minister, Gujarat, attended the event with multiple other dignitaries. Amit Shah addressed the audience by declaring that the people of Gandhinagar should experience pride and happiness because the statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, who established 'Hindavi Swaraj' at this location, has been revealed. The 21-foot statue will serve as a source of motivation that residents of Gandhinagar will use to guide their future activities, according to him.Shah highlights Shivaji Maharaj’s timeless legacy and inspirationAmit Shah declared that Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj achieved great things throughout his life, which will remain important in our present day. The nation will keep thanking him for his special contributions for many generations.The entire nation experienced a total lockdown under Mughal rule, which lasted from Afghanistan to Kanyakumari and from Somnath to Odisha. The Mughal Empire would keep its power over India indefinitely, according to him. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute to the visionary leader, remarkable administrator, skilled tactician, and champion of Swarajya, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The Prime Minister declared that the bravery of Shivaji Maharaj continues to inspire people, while his governing methods function as a permanent guiding principle, and his dedication to justice and self-respect continues to empower society today. 

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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute to the visionary leader, remarkable administrator, skilled tactician, and champion of Swarajya, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The Prime Minister declared that the bravery of Shivaji Maharaj continues to inspire people, while his governing methods function as a permanent guiding principle, and his dedication to justice and self-respect continues to empower society today.  PM Modi highlights Shivaji Maharaj’s commitment to people’s welfare He stated that Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj dedicated his life to protecting all people because he considered their welfare to be more important than anything else. In an X post on a social media platform, Modi said, On the Jayanti of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, we bow in reverence to the visionary leader, exceptional administrator, strategic thinker and champion of Swarajya. May his courage inspire us, his governance guide us and his spirit of justice and self-respect strengthen our society.  On the Jayanti of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, we bow in reverence to the visionary leader, exceptional administrator, strategic thinker and champion of Swarajya. May his courage inspire us, his governance guide us and his spirit of justice and self-respect strengthen our… pic.twitter.com/A6wmEjMvGu — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 19, 2026 Rahul Gandhi pays tribute, calls Shivaji a symbol of justice and unity The opposition leader, Rahul Gandhi, remembered Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his Jayanti. In his X post, he showed deep respect for the great warrior who became a legendary leader. Rahul Gandhi stated that Shivaji Maharaj represents an everlasting example of courageous behaviour, just governance and autonomous sovereignty. He explained that Shivajis bravery and principles motivate people to fight against unfairness while they build a more powerful and unified Indian nation. शौर्य की प्रतिमूर्ति छत्रपति शिवाजी महाराज जी की जयंती पर उन्हें सादर नमन। शिवाजी महाराज वीरता, दूरदर्शिता और न्यायप्रिय नेतृत्व के अद्वितीय प्रतीक हैं। उनका जीवन दर्शन और साहस हमें आज भी अन्याय के खिलाफ लड़ने की प्रेरणा देता है। pic.twitter.com/P6hjY1KBE6 — Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) February 19, 2026 Defence Minister remembers Shivajis courage and ideals Rajnath Singh paid tribute to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his Jayanti He wrote on X that Shivaji Maharaj possessed a rare combination of bravery and courage, and he practised fair treatment of others while maintaining personal honour. Through his creation of Hindavi Swarajya, he motivated individuals to fight against unfair treatment. He safeguarded religious beliefs and protected womens rights, and dedicated himself to improving his community. Rajnath Singh stated that the life and principles of Shivaji Maharaj still serve as an inspiration to the Indian people today. Jai Bhavani! Jai Shivaji! धैर्य, पराक्रम, न्याय आणि स्वाभिमान यांचा अद्वितीय संगम म्हणजे छत्रपती शिवाजी महाराज! हिंदवी स्वराज्याची स्थापना करून अन्यायाविरुद्ध लढण्याची प्रेरणा देणारे, धर्म, स्त्रीसन्मान आणि जनकल्याण यांचे रक्षण करणारे रयतेचे खरे राजा श्रीमंत योगी, छत्रपती शिवाजी महाराज यांच्या… — Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) February 19, 2026 Grand statue of Shivaji Maharaj unveiled in Gandhinagar Amit Shah, Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, unveiled the equestrian statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, built by Maharashtra Samaj in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.  Harsh Sanghavi,  Deputy Chief Minister, Gujarat, attended the event with multiple other dignitaries. Amit Shah addressed the audience by declaring that the people of Gandhinagar should experience pride and happiness because the statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, who established Hindavi Swaraj at this location, has been revealed. The 21-foot statue will serve as a source of motivation that residents of Gandhinagar will use to guide their future activities, according to him. Shah highlights Shivaji Maharaj’s timeless legacy and inspiration Amit Shah declared that Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj achieved great things throughout his life, which will remain important in our present day. The nation will keep thanking him for his special contributions for many generations. The entire nation experienced a total lockdown under Mughal rule, which lasted from Afghanistan to Kanyakumari and from Somnath to Odisha. The Mughal Empire would keep its power over India indefinitely, according to him.  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute to the visionary leader, remarkable administrator, skilled tactician, and champion of Swarajya, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The Prime Minister declared that the bravery of Shivaji Maharaj continues to inspire people, while his governing methods function as 