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300th Birth Anniversary of Ahilyabai Holkar to Be Celebrated in 2025

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300th Birth Anniversary of Ahilyabai Holkar to Be Celebrated in 2025

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EventAhilyabai Holkar Jayanti (31st May annually)
2025 Significance300th birth anniversary of Ahilyabai Holkar
BirthBorn 31 May 1725 in Chondi village, Maharashtra (Marathi Hindu family)
RuleQueen of Indore (18th century) after death of father-in-law, Malhar Rao Holkar
Personal LossesLost husband (Khanderao Holkar), father-in-law, and son (Male Rao Holkar)
Key SupporterBrother-in-law Tukoji Rao Holkar (military commander)
ContributionsBuilt Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Varanasi), Dashashwamedh Ghat, Gauri Somnath Mandir; promoted trade, education, and public services in Indore
CelebrationsObserved in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra with cultural events, speeches, and tributes
Honours1996 postal stamp; Indore Airport named Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport
2025 Special Project₹681 crore memorial - 'Punyashlok Ahilyabai Holkar Smarak Sthal' announced by Maharashtra Govt.

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