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The Hindu
14 hours ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
UNESCO World Heritage status granted to 12 forts
The 12 forts built by Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj are recognised internationally, marking a proud moment for Maharashtra, State government informed. The 11 forts in Maharashtra and 1 in Tamil Nadu, have been granted UNESCO World Heritage Site status after proposal for this recognition was prepared by the Directorate of Archaeology and Museums under the Department of Cultural Affairs. The list of forts includes, Raigad, Pratapgad, Panhala, Shivneri, Lohgad, Salher, Sindhudurg, Suvarnadurg, Vijaydurg, and Khanderi in Maharashtra, and Gingee in Tamil Nadu. 'These forts have been recognized for their outstanding universal value, including their military significance, architectural style, and cultural importance. The recognition is a testament to the bravery, architectural traditions, and Swarajya [self-rule] of Maharashtra,' as per the CMO. In February, Maharashtra Cultural Affairs Minister and Information Technology Ashish Shelar-led delegation went to Paris to get UNESCO World Heritage status for Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's forts under the concept of 'Maratha Military Landscape of India. Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar congratulated citizens of Maharashtra said, 'this is moment of pride and an historic occasion. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's vision of establishing 'Hindavi Swarajya' (self-rule) was supported by these forts, these forts united people from various castes and communities to build a kingdom that prioritised the welfare of its citizens.' The CMO informed that the Prime Minister's Office selected the proposal for Maratha military architecture from Maharashtra and sent it to UNESCO and highlighted the contribution of architect Dr. Shikha Jain and Director of Archaeology Dr. Tejas Garge for receiving the UNESCO status.
Deccan Herald
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Deccan Herald
'Marathi is an emotion': AAP condemns Hindi imposition in Maharashtra
The party asserted that Maharashtra is the land of Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar and PuLa Deshpande - Marathi is not merely a language but is an emotion, which finds its fullest expression in culture, music, literature and theatre.
