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29-05-2025
- General
- News18
Maharana Pratap Jayanti 2025: History, Quotes And Celebrations
Last Updated: Maharana Pratap Jayanti 2025: Every year, Maharana Pratap's birth anniversary is celebrated across Rajasthan with great pomp and grandeur. Maharana Pratap Jayanti 2025: Maharana Pratap stands as one of the greatest kings in Indian history, a symbol of valour, unwavering bravery, and deep dedication. He fought numerous battles to protect his kingdom and safeguard the dignity of his people. Maharana Pratap's legacy is deeply woven into the cultural fabric of Rajasthan. As a Hindu Rajput king from the Sisodiya clan, he ruled Mewar with unmatched courage and is celebrated as one of the most revered kings in Indian history. Every year, Maharana Pratap's birth anniversary is celebrated across Rajasthan with great pomp and grandeur. Maharana Pratap Jayanti 2025: Date As per the Julian calendar, Maharana Pratap was born on May 9, 1540. However, since the Julian calendar was replaced by the Gregorian calendar, his birthdate corresponds to May 19, 1540, in the Gregorian system. In modern times, Maharana Pratap Jayanti is celebrated based on the Hindu calendar. According to Drik Panchang, Maharana Pratap Jayanti will be observed on May 29 this year. This year marks the 485th birth anniversary of Maharana Pratap. The Tritiya Tithi begins at 1:54 AM on May 28 and ends at 11:18 AM on May 29. Maharana Pratap Jayanti 2025: History Born to Maharana Udai Singh II, the then-ruler of Mewar, Maharana Pratap inherited the throne following his father's death. From a young age, he displayed remarkable courage and leadership, engaging in numerous battles to defend his kingdom and inspire resistance against foreign domination. Maharana Pratap is best remembered for his valiant stand in the Battle of Haldighati, where he fiercely opposed the forces of the Mughal Emperor Akbar. Despite facing overwhelming odds, he never surrendered and continued to fight for the independence and honour of his land. In January 1597, Maharana Pratap suffered severe injuries from a hunting accident and passed away on January 29 at the age of 56. He left behind a legacy of bravery, resilience, and unwavering patriotism that continues to inspire generations. Maharana Pratap Jayanti 2025: Significance And Celebrations Maharana Pratap is revered by many royal families across Rajasthan. Maharana Pratap Jayanti is celebrated with great grandeur, where stories of his valour and bravery are cherished and retold. He continues to stand as a timeless symbol of courage and sacrifice for generations who honour his relentless fight for his nation, kingdom, and people. In Rajasthan, Maharana Pratap Jayanti is celebrated with vibrant enthusiasm. People pay homage to the king by visiting his sculptures and memorials. His bravery and sacrifices are honoured through grand processions, folk performances, and storytelling sessions. Schools and colleges organise cultural events to educate the younger generation about his enduring legacy and inspire them with his remarkable courage. Maharana Pratap Jayanti 2025: Quotes Honour is worth more than a kingdom. Those who fight for truth can never be defeated. A true king lives not for power, but for the people. Bravery is not in fighting battles, but in never giving up. It's better to serve the nation, instead of wasting this life living happily and simply. Time gives its legacy to a powerful and courageous person, so stay steadfast on your way. First Published: May 29, 2025, 07:10 IST
India.com
01-05-2025
- Politics
- India.com
Pakistan Army's Rawalpindi HQ, where General Munir is plotting against India, is linked to Rajasthani Rajput king, the Pakistani city is named after…
Rawalpindi, where Pakistan Army headquarters are located, is named after 8th century Rajput king Maharana Bappa Rawal. (AI generated/File) Pakistan Army: The tensions between India and Pakistan have reached a fever pitch after the heinous Pahalgam terror attack, and the possibility of a full-scale India-Pakistan war is becoming more real with each passing day. But did you know that that Rawalpindi-based headquarters of the Pakistan Army, where General Asim Munir, the country's hardline army chief, is plotting devious plans against India, has a strong connection to the erstwhile Indian Rajput kingdom? History of Rawalpindi and Pakistan Army HQ According to historians, the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Chakala, Rawalpindi, which serves as the command center of the Pakistan Army, has a history which is over 1200 years old. The Army GHQ, considered by many as the 'real' power in Pakistan, is closely linked to the Rajput kings of Rajasthan, India. In a video which has gone viral on X (former Twitter), Pakistani author Sajjad Azhar claims that the location where the Pakistan Army HQ stands today, housed a military post built centuries ago by Hindu Rajput kings of India. After the 1947 partition, the spot became the headquarters of the Pakistani Army. Everyone knows Rawalpindi is father of Pakistan. But very few know that Maharana Bappa Rawal (ancestor of the great Maharana Pratap) was father of Rawalpindi. You can't fight your fathers, Asim Munir @ — Pakistan Untold (@pakistan_untold) April 29, 2025 Rawalpindi post built by Rajput king Azhar claims that the first military post in Rawalpindi was built in the 8th century by Raja Bappa Rawal, the Rajput King of the Mewar Kingdom which ruled Rajasthan and its surrounding regions at the time. The city's name, Rawalpindi, also comes from King Bappa Rawal, who is said to have chased away invading forces from Arabia and Iran. As per historians, Bappa Rawal defeated Muhammad ibn al-Qasim, who led the Umayyad Caliphate's campaigns in India. The Rajput king won a major war against the invading Umayyad Caliphate forces in 712 AD, forcing al-Qasim to flee to Iran. After his victory, Bappa Rawal ordered to establish a military post every 100 miles, one of which was the encampment in Rawalpindi. While a majority of such military establishment built in the medieval or pre-medieval era have withered away due to the ravages of time, the Rawalpindi military post stood till 1947 partition, as none, including the Mughals or the British, removed it due to its strategic position. The post still stands in a way, though not in the same form obviously), as it serves as headquarters of the Pakistan Army.
