Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue unveiled by Devendra Fadnavis in Mauritius

During his visit to Mauritius on Friday, Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Devendra Fadnavis, revealed a 12-feet statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the Maratha warrior king.

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• Devendra Fadnavis, the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, visited Mauritius.
• He attended a cultural event with Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth and met with members of the Maharashtrian community.
• During his visit, Fadnavis unveiled a 12-foot statue of Maratha warrior king Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and spoke about his accomplishments in managing the tax system and law and order.
• The inauguration ceremony was attended by Mauritian Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth and members of the Mauritius Marathi Mandali Federation.
• He pledged a grant of 44 million Mauritius rupees for the construction of a multipurpose hall and a scholarship for 10 students.
• Fadnavis also met with representatives of Mauritian companies in an event organized by the Mauritius India Business Community.
• A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote the trade between Maharashtra and Mauritius was signed between Economic Development Board, Mauritius, and Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation.

About Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

• Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was a Maratha warrior king and a member of the Bhonsle Maratha clan.
• He was born in 1630 in the town of Shivneri, in present-day Maharashtra.
• Shivaji was a skilled military leader who is known for his guerrilla warfare tactics, and he is considered one of the most significant figures in Indian history.
• Shivaji Maharaj is known for establishing the Maratha Empire, which existed from 1674 to 1818.
• He fought against the Mughal Empire, which was then one of the most powerful empires in India.
• Shivaji is known for his military strategies, his ability to unite the Maratha people, and his skill in governing and administration.
• Shivaji Maharaj is also known for his policies of religious tolerance and social justice.
• He promoted the use of the Marathi language, and he is credited with laying the foundation of modern Marathi culture.
• Shivaji Maharaj was a devout Hindu, but he also respected other religions, and he was known to have employed people from various religious backgrounds in his administration.
• Today, Shivaji Maharaj is widely revered in Maharashtra and other parts of India as a symbol of courage, leadership, and patriotism. His legacy continues to inspire people to this day.

About Mauritius

• Mauritius is a small island nation located in the Indian Ocean, around 2,000 kilometers off the southeast coast of Africa.
• The country is known for its stunning beaches, turquoise lagoons, and coral reefs, making it a popular tourist destination.
• The capital of Mauritius is Port Louis.
• The official languages of Mauritius are English, French, and Mauritian Creole.
• The population is diverse, with people of Indian, African, Chinese, and European descent.
• As per the World Bank, the estimated population of Mauritius in 2021 is around 1.3 million.
• The major religions practiced in Mauritius are Hinduism, Christianity, and Islam
• The economy is based on tourism, agriculture, and textiles, with a growing financial services sector.
• Mauritius is also known for its political stability, having a functioning democracy with regular free, and fair elections.
• President – Prithvirajsing Roopun (since December 2019)
• Prime Minister – Pravind Jugnauth (since November 2019)

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