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The Print
20 hours ago
- Health
- The Print
Amit Shah to unveil statue of Peshwa Bajirao I at NDA
Pune, Jul 3 (PTI) Union Home Minister Amit Shah will on Friday unveil an equestrian statue of Peshwa Bajirao I at the National Defence Academy (NDA) here, officials said. On a one-day visit to the city, he will also inaugurate the Jairaj Sports and Convention Centre and visit the Balasaheb Deoras Hospital in Kondhwa area, and attend the ground-breaking ceremony of the PHRC Health City.
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Amit Shah to unveil statue of Peshwa Bajirao I at NDA today
Pune: Union home minister Amit Shah will be in Pune on Friday and is expected to unveil a life-size statue of Peshwa Bajirao I at the NDA campus in the morning. The unveiling ceremony will be held at NDA's Trishakti gate where the statue has been installed. Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis and the Peshwa's family members are expected to attend the event. I ncidentally, just a few days ago, there was uproar when BJP Rajya Sabha member Medha Kulkarni raised a demand during a meeting with central railways officials that Pune station be renamed after Peshwa Bajirao I. She said at a time when several railway stations and airports in the country were getting associated with that particular city's history, there was no such connection between Pune and its railway station. She emphasised that the station be renamed after Bajirao I, who had never lost a battle. You Can Also Check: Pune AQI | Weather in Pune | Bank Holidays in Pune | Public Holidays in Pune Kulkarni's demand took a political turn with some Maratha outfits raising objections. Some of them staged a protest outside the Pune railway station and demanded that the station be renamed after Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's mother Jijabai or social reformer Jyotiba Phule instead. Asked about Kulkarni's demand on Thursday, NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar said, "I feel she is following her party seniors' instructions." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trending in in 2025: Local network access control [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo On Thursday, a controversy reared its head over unveiling of the statue after Nawab Shadab Ali Bahadur — descendant of Mastani and Peshwa Bajirao I — said he would boycott the ceremony since he had received a late invitation and was not offered a seat on the main dais with Shah and other dignitaries. Bahadur issued a statement on Thursday and said, "The organisers invited me at the last minute. They said I would not get a place on the dais. This is insulting to me as a descendant of Peshwa Bajirao I. Thus, I have decided to boycott the event." Meanwhile, some educational institutes located along the route to be taken by Shah have either announced a holiday, half day or online classes to ensure students are not affected by road closures and traffic diversions. In its notice to students, the Bishop's School, Undri, said the school will remain closed. Online classes will be held for students from classes I to XII and pre-primary children will have a holiday. Sanskriti School in Undri has announced a holiday for pre-primary classes and half day for other students.
India.com
a day ago
- India.com
Explore The Mysterious Underground Temples Of Pune That Few Know
The city of Pune becomes famous for its historical Maratha heritage combined with its educational colleges and its growing information technology field. The city of Pune conceals a secretive network of temples which exist underground. Such historical architecture represents the remarkable religious and architectural legacy of the regional past. Seven unnoticed underground temple sites in Pune are discussed in detail in this section of the text. 1. The Pataleshwar Cave Temple Pataleshwar Cave Temple stands as the most popular subterranean sanctuary of Pune because this 8th century Rashtrakuta dynasty temple was excavated from a single basalt rock. This temple consists of a single massive basalt rock which demonstrates an intricately carved lingam inside its center area. The cave temple combines mandapa (a hall with pillars), sanctum sanctorum with a circular Nandi shrine interior. Surrounded by central Pune's high traffic areas this temple remains unnoticed by a large number of neighborhood residents. The natural cooling effect inside the cave offers visitors a serene escape from the city's heat. 2. The Hidden Shrines of Parvati Hill Besides its famous Parvati Temple complex Parvati Hill shelters several hidden underground worship sites. The underground chambers had a historical role in both meditation and ceremonial rituals. Heritage records state that saints used to perform their penance at this sacred site. The areas that show spiritual value to the hill cannot be accessed by public visitors but continue playing a vital role in studying the pilgrimage site's religious significance. Special permission grants access to these places which show the historical evolution of Pune throughout ancient times. 3. Lenyadri Caves Visitors should explore Lenyadri Caves which originally belonged to the Pune region though their location sits 90 kilometers away from the city. More than thirty Buddhist caves formed from a hill embrace UNESCO World Heritage status while some of these caves transformed into Hindu temples. Devotees are drawn to the Ganesha Temple in Cave 7 because they can seek blessings in its dark interior after descending through the chambers. The route from Pune to Junnar allows travelers to rediscover prehistoric subterranean religious sites of this region. 4. The Forgotten Subterranean Chambers of Shaniwar Wada Shaniwar Wada stands as a magnificent fortification which Peshwa Bajirao I constructed along with its reputation for tragic history. Visitors usually miss the supposedly hidden underground passages hidden beneath the fortress despite viewing these sites. Historians believe the concealed spaces were possibly built to function as secret corridors together with storage facilities. Despite a destructive fire in 1828 which damaged most of the ancient building, the notion of hidden tunnels extending through the site towards neighboring areas continues to survive in local traditions. Archeological excavations might reveal comprehensive information about the secret underground chambers. 5. The Bhamburde Caves A series of rock-cut caves known as the Bhamburde Caves exists around the Pune city limits. The Satavahana period during circa 2nd century BCE witnessed the creation of these caves which showcase elegant and simplistic motifs intended to support religious activities. Wild vegetation covers the mostly uncharted caves where visitors can discover peace by exploring beyond standard tourist sites. Minimal tourist activity at these sites creates an environment of peace since visitors avoid them due to their hidden nature. Conclusion The historical sites buried beneath Pune's surface prove to be a combination of spiritual sanctuaries and works of artistic expertise. The Pataleshwar Cave Temple and the enigmatic chambers of Shaniwar Wada together with other sites share unique historical accounts that reveal Pune's prolonged development across many centuries. The curious sites hide in close proximity to busy urban areas even though no resident or visitor stops to appreciate them. The purpose of this effort is to generate more appreciation for Pune's diverse cultural heritage by revealing its unseen attractions. Exploring these underground sites presents enthusiasts of various kinds with an extraordinary opportunity to experience Pune's core essence.
