Friday, March 10, is being celebrated as Shivaji Jayanti, Maratha emperor Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's birthday. According to the Hindu tithi (lunar calendar), Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2023 falls on March 10 this year, whereas under the Gregorian calendar Shivaji Jayanti it is observed on February 19.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was born in the Shivneri stronghold, close to the city of Junnar, a city in Pune district. Mahatma Jyotirao Phule first celebrated Shivaji Jayanti in 1870.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti: History
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj