Israel to erect Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue
Analysis based on 8 articles · First reported Jun 07, 2026 · Last updated Jun 09, 2026
Israel has announced plans to erect a statue of Shivaji in one of its major cities, a move aimed at strengthening cultural and diplomatic ties with India. The initiative, announced by Yaniv Revach, Consul General of Israel in Mumbai, on Shivrajyabhishek Din, has received strong support from India — Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. The project seeks to honor Shivaji's legacy, highlight historical connections between India — Maharashtra and the Indian Jewish community, and foster mutual respect and people-to-people connections between Israel and India. Discussions are underway with the India — Maharashtra government to ensure the statue accurately reflects Shivaji's historical significance.
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