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- Time of India
Shivrajyabhishek Sohala to be grand cultural gathering
Nagpur: Citizens are looking forward to witnessing the celebrations planned for the Shivrajyabhishek Sohala, the coronation ceremony of
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
, in all its grandeur for two days, beginning Monday.
The historic day as per the traditional Jyeshtha Shukla Trayodashi Tithi falls on June 9 this year, but the festivities began on Sunday itself.
On Sunday morning, a rally was taken out from Ram Nagar, where scores of citizens, including school children, cultural groups and history enthusiasts, marched with saffron flags and in traditional attire while singing powadas (ballads) invoking the valour and vision of the Maratha king.
In the evening, a Gondhal event was held in front of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue in Mahal.
The main event of the Shivrajyabhishek Sohala will take place on Monday at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Chowk in Mahal. Shri Shivrajyabhishek Sohala Samiti, which has been organising the event for years, has lined up cultural programmes, traditional games and interactive competitions aimed at creating awareness among citizens about the enduring legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
Adding a historical touch to the celebration, an exhibition on replicas of forts is already on display at the venue, giving citizens — especially the younger generation — a glimpse into the architectural ingenuity and strategic brilliance of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's era.
On Monday evening, a cultural programme will celebrate Maratha pride through performances, storytelling and folk music. The event is expected to draw large crowds from across the city.
The festivities will continue on Tuesday, June 10, at Suresh Bhat Hall, where renowned orator Amar Kulkarni will deliver a motivational talk on the life, leadership and governance model of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, shedding light on the deeper meaning of Swarajya and its relevance today.
