Maha govt to take action against those insulting national heroes: CM Fadnavis

IANS April 12, 2025 303 views

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis delivered a powerful speech at Raigad Fort commemorating Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's death anniversary. He announced the state government's commitment to protecting the legacy of national heroes through stringent legal measures. Fadnavis emphasized Shivaji Maharaj's critical role in establishing Hindavi Swarajya and uniting people against foreign invaders. The event also highlighted the nomination of 12 historic forts for potential UNESCO World Heritage status, showcasing Maharashtra's rich cultural heritage.

"Without Shivaji Maharaj, we would be nothing" - Devendra Fadnavis
Raigad Fort, April 12: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday announced that the state government will frame strict rules to take stern action against those who insult national heroes and the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

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Maharashtra to create legal framework against national hero insults

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Shivaji Maharaj's 12 forts nominated for world heritage status

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CM highlights historical significance of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

"Udayanraje made some demands, including severe punishment, to those insulting the national heroes and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Such people should be thrown from the fort. But being a democracy, the government will formulate rules," said the Chief Minister while speaking at the Raigad Fort on the occasion of the death anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

The Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's descendants Chhatrapati Udayanraje Bhosale and Shivendraraje Bhosale were also present.

The Chief Minister added that the government will not tolerate insults to national heroes and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

He also announced that the government will release the history of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

As far as the memorial of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the Chief Minister said the state government will pursue the legal case in the high court.

In his speech, the Chief Minister explained why Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is our 'god'.

"When Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was there, there were Adilshahi, Mughal raj, Qutbshahi in the country. It seemed that the rule of foreign invaders would never end. It seemed that there was darkness everywhere. Then, with the blessings of the mother Jijau, a bright sun like Shivaji Maharaj was born. Without Shivaji Maharaj, we would be nothing," he said.

The Chief Minister added that Shivaji Maharaj did the work of awakening the brilliance by uniting the people of the Athrapgad castes.

"By uniting the Mavlas, he established Hindavi Swarajya. Only because of Shivaji Maharaj did the saffron rule come to the whole of India," he said.

The Chief Minister said the government will seek the Union Home Minister's help for the construction of a memorial of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in New Delhi.

He further added that 12 forts of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj have been nominated as world heritage.

"Now there will be a presentation on it in France. The government will go there. Quite hopeful that these forts will get world heritage status," he stated.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
Finally some strong action against those disrespecting our national heroes! Shivaji Maharaj's legacy should be honored, not insulted. 👏
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Priya M.
While I agree we should respect historical figures, I hope these rules won't be used to suppress legitimate historical discussions. There's a difference between insult and academic debate.
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Amit S.
Great initiative! Our children should learn about Shivaji Maharaj's bravery and leadership. The world heritage status for the forts would be amazing for tourism too.
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Sneha P.
I visited Raigad Fort last month - the history is so inspiring! Happy to hear about the memorial plans in Delhi. More people should know about Maharashtra's rich heritage.
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Vikram J.
"Thrown from the fort" comment was unnecessary though. We're a democracy - let the law handle punishments properly. Otherwise good points about preserving history.
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Meena R.
The part about uniting people across castes is so relevant today. Shivaji Maharaj's leadership lessons are timeless! 🙏

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