300th Birth Anniversary of Ahilyabai Holkar

Current Context: India observed the 300th birth anniversary of Ahilyabai Holkar on 31st May 2025, honoring her legacy as a progressive ruler and patron of temple architecture.

ABOUT Ahilyabai Holkar

• Born on 31 May 1725 in Chondi, Maharashtra.
• Ruled the Malwa region (1767–1795) after her husband and son’s demise.
• Known for administrative efficiency, welfare initiatives, and temple restorations (e.g., Kashi Vishwanath, Somnath, Gaya).
• Remembered as one of India’s most just and enlightened female rulers.