Tributes to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his Punyatithi
Home Minister Amit Shah paid tribute to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his Punyatithi (death anniversary) on 3 April 2026, recalling his establishment of Hindavi Swarajya and the navy he built.
Summary
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was remembered on his Punyatithi (death anniversary) on 3 April 2026, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah paying tribute. Shah said Shivaji Maharaj united the people to protect dharma and culture and established Hindavi Swarajya, and that the powerful navy he built, recognising the importance of control over the seas, reflected his strategic acumen. He described Shivaji Maharaj's rule as an example of protecting one's culture and language while setting standards of public welfare.
Key facts
- Occasion
- Punyatithi (death anniversary), 3 April 2026
- Founded
- Hindavi Swarajya
- Recalled for
- Building a powerful navy; public welfare
- Tribute by
- Home Minister Amit Shah
Practice MCQs 2 questions
In his Punyatithi tribute on 3 April 2026, Amit Shah credited Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj with establishing:
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Correct answer: C — Hindavi Swarajya
Amit Shah said Shivaji Maharaj united the people and established Hindavi Swarajya.
On 3 April 2026, tributes were paid to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on which occasion?
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Correct answer: D — Punyatithi (death anniversary)
The Home Ministry release says Amit Shah paid tribute on his Punyatithi.