Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti is a festival that celebrates the birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, one of the most celebrated warriors and king of Maharashtra. Shivaji was born on February 19, 1630, in Shivneri Fort, Pune. This day is celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervor in Maharashtra.

On this day, people pay their respects to Shivaji Maharaj by organizing processions, cultural events, and educational seminars. People visit the Shivneri Fort and offer prayers at the Shivaji Maharaj Samadhi.

The day is observed as a public holiday in Maharashtra, and schools, colleges, and government offices remain closed. The day is marked by the hoisting of the national flag, and a parade is held in honor of Shivaji Maharaj.

People also exchange greetings and messages, and sweets are distributed to celebrate the occasion. The festival is a symbol of unity, patriotism, and respect for the great warrior and king, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.