Every year the birth anniversary of Great Warrior,\u2002the founder of Maratha Empire, Chhatrapati Shivaji observed on February 19 as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti. He is remembered as a brave warrior, military general and a\u2002champion of traditionalist Hindu values. Millions draws inspiration from\u2002his legacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In 2025, this year, the 395th birth anniversary\u2002of Shivaji Maharaj will be celebrated with great pomp and circumstance throughout the country, particularly in Maharashtra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti is celebrated every year on February 19 to honor the birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji, the great warrior and founder of the Maratha Empire. He is remembered for his bravery, military skills and efforts to protect Hindu traditions. His legacy continues to inspire millions of people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This year, in 2025, India will celebrate the 395th birth anniversary<\/strong> of Shivaji Maharaj<\/strong> with great enthusiasm, especially in Maharashtra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti is observed on February 19 every year<\/strong>. However, it is also celebrated on another date according to the Hindu calendar, which is the 3rd day of Phalgun month.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Shivaji Maharaj was born on February 19, 1630, at the Shivneri Fort in what is modern-day\u2002Maharashtra. He\u2002was brought up by his mother, Jijabai, who shaped him with a strong sense of courage, justice and devotion to Hindu traditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n He expanded Maratha Empire fighting with Mughals and Bijapur Sultanate as he\u2002grew up. Much of his\u2002success in battles was due to his guerilla warfare techniques. In 1674, he was officially crowned \u201cChhatrapati\u201d (Emperor)\u2002at Raigad Fort.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Every year the birth anniversary of Great Warrior,\u2002the founder of Maratha Empire, Chhatrapati Shivaji observed on February 19 as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti. He is remembered as a brave warrior, military general and a\u2002champion of traditionalist Hindu values. Millions draws inspiration from\u2002his legacy. 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