NEW DELHI — Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi paid rich tributes to the legendary Maratha queen Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar on the occasion of her birth anniversary today.
In a statement released by the Prime Minister’s Office, Shri Modi highlighted that the entire nation remembers Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar with deep respect and reverence for her exceptional wisdom, profound compassion, and unwavering commitment to public welfare.
“Her life remains an exemplary model of good governance, patriotism, and cultural pride. She always led with courage and a strong sense of duty.”
— Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Unparalleled Contributions to Nation-Building
The Prime Minister emphasized several core facets of Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar’s historical legacy:
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Cultural Awakening: He specifically highlighted her unparalleled efforts toward the reconstruction of sacred temples and revered pilgrimage sites across the country, which significantly strengthened India’s cultural consciousness.
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Justice and Welfare: The PM noted her incredible contribution to ensuring justice and comprehensive welfare for all sections of society.
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Inspiration for Generations: Shri Modi stated that her dedication to society, culture, and nation-building will continue to serve as a beacon of inspiration for every generation of the country.
Prime Minister’s Message on X
Taking to the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), the Prime Minister shared his reverence in Hindi, bowing down to her memory:
“लोकमाता अहिल्याबाई होल्कर जी को उनकी जयंती पर कोटि-कोटि नमन! बुद्धिमत्ता, करुणा और जनकल्याण के प्रति अटूट निष्ठा को लेकर पूरा देश उन्हें आदर और सम्मान के साथ स्मरण करता है। उनका जीवन सुशासन, राष्ट्रभक्ति और सांस्कृतिक गौरव का एक उत्कृष्ट उदाहरण है…”
The birth anniversary of the visionary 18th-century ruler of the Indore Malwa holkar empire is being celebrated nationwide, remembering her transformative administrative reforms and philanthropic architectural works.
