Historic Wagh Nakh Returns to Maharashtra from London Museum

The iconic wagh nakh, a tiger claw-shaped weapon used by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, has been brought back to Maharashtra from a London museum. Culture Minister Sudhir Mungantiwar confirmed its arrival and highlighted plans for a grand display in Satara. The weapon will be housed in a local museum for seven months.

The 'wagh nakh' or tiger claw-shaped weapon used by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj has returned to Mumbai from a London museum, announced state Culture Minister Sudhir Mungantiwar. This historical artifact is set to be displayed in Satara, Western Maharashtra, starting July 19.

State Excise Minister Shambhuraj Desai noted that the wagh nakh would be given a grand welcome in Satara. Brought back with a bulletproof cover, the weapon will enjoy heightened security, Desai said. It is slated to remain at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Sangrahalay museum for seven months.

Minister Mungantiwar refuted claims that the state government spent several crore rupees to bring the weapon back, stating the actual cost was Rs 14.08 lakh. The wagh nakh will be in Maharashtra for three years, following extensive negotiations with the London museum.

(With inputs from agencies.)