Inauguration of Grand Shiva Srishti and Bhima Srishti in Jamner in the Presence of Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis

Jalgaon : “Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the founder of Hindu Swarajya, is our idol. We draw inspiration from his work and ideas. Similarly, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, the architect of the Constitution and a Bharat Ratna recipient, introduced us to the principles of liberty, equality, and fraternity. I am proud that monuments to these two exemplary figures have been erected in Jamner,” said Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.

He was speaking at the dedication ceremony of the Shivsmarak (Shiva Srishti) and Bhimsmarak (Bhima Srishti) as part of the Sonbardi hill complex development in Jamner. Among those present were Union Minister of State Raksha Khadse, Rural Development Minister Girish Mahajan, Mr. Chhatrapati Udayanaraje Bhosale, MP Smita Vagh, Mr. Chhatrapati Shivendraraje Bhosale, Mr. Suresh (Raju Mama) Bhole, and Collector Ayush Prasad.

Fadnavis remarked, “The grand Shiva Srishti, dedicated to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, and Bhima Srishti, honoring Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, are remarkable achievements. In times when our faith, nation, and religion are being attacked, it is inspiring to remember the great contributions of Shivaji Maharaj, who fought valiantly to establish Swaraj. The creation of such a grand monument in the 350th year of Shivaji’s coronation is a matter of great pride. Likewise, Dr. Ambedkar gave us the values of liberty, equality, and fraternity through the Constitution, and Bhima Srishti will serve as a reminder of his monumental contribution.”

The Deputy Chief Minister also emphasized the government’s commitment to improving the lives of farmers, laborers, and women, following the principles of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

Rural Development Minister Girish Mahajan expressed that the longstanding dream of the people of Jamner to have a grand monument dedicated to both Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar has been fulfilled. He also announced the future construction of monuments to Mahatma Phule, Savitribai Phule, Ahilya Devi Holkar, Maharana Pratap, Vasantrao Naik, and Saint Sewalal Maharaj.

Union Sports and Youth Welfare Minister Raksha Khadse highlighted the rapid development of Jamner taluk and the significance of the two monuments in the city. Mr. Chhatrapati Udayanaraje Bhosale and Mr. Chhatrapati Shivendraraje Bhosale praised the efforts of the Rural Development Minister and congratulated him for the successful completion of the grand memorial, extending their best wishes for Vijayadashami.

Features of Shiva Srishti:

▪️ A 16-foot bronze statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj seated on a 32-foot throne has been erected.
▪️ A replica of the Raigad fort’s palace and Nagarkhana, the capital of Hindavi Swarajya, has been created.
▪️ The Maratha-style palace is 100 feet long, with 12 pillars on the ground floor and 24 pillars on the first floor. The fort’s side walls are 50 feet long, with a height of 38 feet.

Features of Bhima Srishti:

▪️ A 15-foot tall statue of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, holding a copy of the Constitution, stands prominently.
▪️ The 24 Mudras and Upadhyas of Dr. Ambedkar are engraved on steel plates, along with the pimpled leaves of the Bodhi tree, symbolizing Gautama Buddha’s enlightenment.
▪️ Behind Babasaheb’s statue, a Constitution Circle has been constructed, with the Bodhi tree represented, reflecting the blessings of Gautama Buddha.