PM marks 300th birth anniversary of Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar in Bhopal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Mahila Sashaktikaran Mahasammelan in Bhopal on 31 May 2025, the 300th birth anniversary of Ahilyabai Holkar, and launched projects including the Indore Metro.
Summary
Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar's 300th birth anniversary was marked on 31 May 2025, when Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Mahila Sashaktikaran Mahasammelan in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, and inaugurated and laid foundation stones for development projects. He noted the launch of the Indore Metro and new air connectivity for Datia and Satna. Recalling her legacy, he credited Ahilyabai with restoring numerous temples across the country, including Kashi Vishwanath, and with establishing new industries for Maheshwari sarees by inviting saree-weaving families from Junagarh, Gujarat.
Key facts
- Occasion
- 300th birth anniversary of Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar
- Date / venue
- 31 May 2025, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
- Event
- Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Mahila Sashaktikaran Mahasammelan
- Projects noted
- Indore Metro; Datia and Satna air connectivity
- Legacy cited
- Temple restoration incl. Kashi Vishwanath; Maheshwari sarees
Practice MCQs 3 questions
Which birth anniversary of Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar was marked on 31 May 2025?
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Correct answer: B — 300th
The PMO said 31 May 2025 marked the 300th birth anniversary of Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar.
At the Bhopal event on 31 May 2025, the Prime Minister noted the launch of which metro system?
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Correct answer: D — Indore Metro
The Prime Minister noted the launch of the Indore Metro along with air connectivity for Datia and Satna.
Consider the following statements about Devi Ahilyabai Holkar, as recalled by the Prime Minister on 31 May 2025: 1. She contributed to the restoration of temples including Kashi Vishwanath. 2. She established new industries for Maheshwari sarees. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: the PM credited her with restoring temples including Kashi Vishwanath and with establishing industries for Maheshwari sarees.