Joint Committee to Investigate Damage to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Statue at Rajkot Fort

GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 30th August. A joint technical committee, led by the Indian Navy and including representatives from the Maharashtra Government and technical experts, is being established to investigate the damage to the Statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj at Rajkot Fort, Sindhudurg. The damage occurred following exceptional weather conditions in the region.

The statue, unveiled on December 4, 2023, during Navy Day celebrations in Sindhudurg, was part of an initiative to honor the legacy of the Maratha Navy and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s contributions to maritime defense and security, highlighting the historical connection between the Maratha Navy and the modern Indian Navy. The project was conceptualized and led by the Indian Navy, with coordination and funding from the state government.

The Indian Navy has affirmed its commitment to assist in all necessary measures to repair, restore, and reinstate the statue as soon as possible.