Controversy Over Shivaji Maharaj's Legacy Sparks Political Outcry

The Congress accused the Mahayuti government of undermining Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's legacy, citing shoddy statue constructions and neglect. They alleged that the BJP compared him to the Prime Minister to ingratiate themselves. Elections in Maharashtra are set for November 20, with vote counting on November 23.

The Congress has launched a scathing attack on the Mahayuti government, accusing it of diminishing the legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. They claim that the government has neglected Maharashtra's heritage, citing the substandard construction of a 35-ft statue that collapsed shortly after its unveiling.

Jairam Ramesh, the Congress general secretary, slammed the government for abandoning a proposed statue project in the Arabian Sea and compared this indifference to the treatment of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj with the Prime Minister. The accusations included unduly diminishing the historical figure to appease political figures.

The allegations come as Maharashtra gears up for elections, scheduled for November 20, with the counting to follow on November 23, just before the current assembly's term ends. The political climate is tense, with implications for the region's historical and cultural recognition.

(With inputs from agencies.)