PM and VP pay tribute to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj the anniversary of his birth

New Delhi, Feb 19 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Vice President M.Venkaiah Naidu on Saturday paid tributes to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his birth anniversary.

Paying homage to the great Maratha king, the Prime Minister said that his outstanding leadership and emphasis on social welfare has been inspiring people for generations.

"I bow to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his Jayanti.His outstanding leadership and emphasis on social welfare has been inspiring people for generations.

He was uncompromising when it came to standing up for values of truth and justice.We are committed to fulfilling his vision," Modi tweeted.

Also taking to Twitter, the Vice President said: "My tributes to legendary Maratha warrior king, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his birth anniversary.Known for his undaunted courage and exceptional warfare strategies, Shivaji Maharaj was a ruler ahead of his time.

His love for our motherland continues to inspire every Indian."ssb/svn/ksk/ In addition, on Twitter The Vice President tweeted: "My tributes to legendary Maratha warrior king, Chhatrapati Maharaj on his birthday.He is known for his unflinching determination and exemplary tactics of war Shivaji Maharaj was a king who was ahead of his time.

His devotion to our country is still inspiring all Indian.