Maharashtra's First Shivaji Maharaj Temple Inaugurated in Bhiwandi
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Inauguration of Maharashtra's first-ever Shivaji Maharaj Temple in Bhiwandi, Thane |
| Date | On the occasion of Shivaji Maharaj's birth anniversary |
| Inaugurated by | Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis |
| Significance | Tribute to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's heroism, valour, and legacy |
| Architect | Vijaykumar Patil |
| Main Features | - 42-foot entrance with fort-like boundary walls |
| - 6.5-foot statue of Shivaji Maharaj by Arun Yogiraj | |
| - 36 sections depicting key events from Shivaji's life | |
| - 2,500-square-foot temple within 5,000-square-foot premises | |
| Cultural Status | CM Fadnavis announced plans to declare it a pilgrimage site |
| Historical Connection | Inspired by Maratha fort architecture, echoing Shivaji Maharaj's military legacy |
| Spiritual Significance | Devotees encouraged to pay homage to Shivaji Maharaj before seeking blessings from other deities |
| Expected Impact | - Tourist and pilgrimage attraction |
| - Symbol of Maratha heritage |