Lt Gen Ajai Kumar Singh, PVSM, AVSM, YSM, SM, VSM, Army Commander, Southern Command unveiled the statue of Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj at Pune Camp on Saturday. Lt Gen PSS Pannu, former Colonel of the Regiment of the Maratha Light Infantry was also present during the auspicious ceremony.
The statue is presented by Colonel Sambhaji Patil, founder member and president & trustee of Vijay Diwas Samaroh, Samiti, Karad. It commemorates the 25-year long association of vijay Diwas Samaroh Samiti Karad & HQ Southern command in successfully organising and celebrating the Vijay Diwas at Karad.
Statue of Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is a token of love and gratitude from the people of Karad to HQ Southern Command. The pedestal of the statue inaugurated today mentions the details of the legendary warrior who was also the embodiment of innate leadership during mid-17th Century.
“Shaurya Daksham Yudhaya, Balidan Param Dharma”
“शौर्या दक्षं युद्धाय. बलिदान परम धर्म”
Lt Gen AK Singh during his address at the ceremony recalled the illustrious tales of the valiant warrior which not only left an indelible mark on the minds of the gallant Maratha warriors by his effective administration but also revolutionised the warfare by pioneering the concept of establishing a strategic network to challenge and overcome larger and more established adversaries. He also mentioned that Shivaji’s Military success not only showcases his exceptional strategic brilliance but also serves as a timeless source of inspiration for generations to come.
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