Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

Who was Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj?

Shivaji Bhonsle built an independent Maratha kingdom in western India and is remembered for his courage, his well-run administration and his navy. He was crowned Chhatrapati at Raigad in 1674.

Key dates

1. 1646

   Captures Torna Fort, the first of many hill forts.

2. 1659

   Defeats the Bijapur general Afzal Khan at Pratapgad.

3. 1674

   Crowned Chhatrapati at Raigad Fort.

4. 1680

   Passes away at Raigad on 3 April.

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