PM Modi Pays Tribute To Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj On His Birth Anniversary, Rahul Gandhi Extends Wishes

Chhatrapati Shivaji, was born on February 19, 1630 at Shivneri Fort in Pune. Earlier today Congress leader Rahul Gandhi also extended his wishes to the citizens on the birth anniversary of Shivaji Maharaj.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday paid tributes to the Maratha warrior king, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, on the 390th birth anniversary and said his life will continue to motivate millions.

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday paid tributes to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, on his 390th birth anniversary and said the Maratha warrior king's life will continue to motivate millions. PM Modi took to Twitter and posted a picture of himself, offering flowers to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's statue. "Bowing to one of the greatest sons of Mother India, the embodiment of courage, compassion and good governance, the exceptional Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his Jayanti. His life continues to motivate millions," Modi tweeted. The Prime Minister added that Shivaji Maharaj's life will continue to motivate many people. "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj made a mark as a valorous warrior and an outstanding administrator. From building a strong navy to ushering several pro-people policies, he was outstanding in all spheres. He will always be remembered for his opposition to injustice and intimidation," PM Modi wrote.

महान छत्रपती शिवाजी महाराज यांच्या जयंती दिनी त्यांना नमन!

Bowing to one of the greatest sons of Mother India, the embodiment of courage, compassion and good governance, the exceptional Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his Jayanti. His life continues to motivate millions. pic.twitter.com/zrnpT5D5oI — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 19, 2020

Besides, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi also extended greetings to everyone on the occasion of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti. Taking to Twitter Gandhi posted a photo of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and tweeted in Hindi, roughly translated, "Hearty greetings to all countrymen on the birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Ji, a symbol of indomitable courage and valor."

अदम्य साहस और पराक्रम के प्रतीक, छत्रपति शिवाजी महाराज जी की जयंती पर सभी देशवासियों को हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं। #shivajimaharajjayanti pic.twitter.com/UMs61bPjnE

— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) February 19, 2020

Chhatrapati Shivaji, was born on February 19, 1630 at Shivneri Fort in Pune. Earlier today Congress leader Rahul Gandhi also extended his wishes to the citizens on the birth anniversary of Shivaji Maharaj.