Israel to Honor Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj with Statue to Strengthen Ties with India
Israel to install Shivaji statue. What's the link between the Maratha king and Jews?

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Israel plans to install a statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj to commemorate his legacy and strengthen cultural ties with India. The initiative reflects the historical connections between Shivaji and the Bene Israel Jewish community, who served in his army and have lived in India for centuries.
- 01Israel's Consul General in Mumbai, Yaniv Revach, announced the statue on Shiv Rajyabhishek Din, marking Shivaji's coronation anniversary.
- 02The statue aims to symbolize the close ties between Israel and India, especially with the Bene Israel community's historical contributions.
- 03Revach emphasized the statue's role in raising awareness about Shivaji among Israelis and fostering people-to-people connections.
- 04Maharashtra's Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, has pledged full support for the statue project.
- 05The Bene Israel community, one of India's oldest Jewish groups, has historical ties to Shivaji's army and has integrated into Indian society.
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Israel has announced its intention to install a statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, a significant figure in Indian history, to commemorate his legacy and enhance cultural ties with India. Yaniv Revach, Israel's Consul General in Mumbai, made the announcement during Shiv Rajyabhishek Din, the anniversary of Shivaji's coronation on June 6, 1674. Revach highlighted that the statue would symbolize the historical connections between Shivaji and the Bene Israel Jewish community, who have resided in India for centuries and even served in Shivaji's army. The initiative aims to strengthen people-to-people ties between the two nations, as expressed by Revach's commitment to raising awareness about Shivaji among Israelis. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has expressed his support for the project, emphasizing its significance in fostering friendship between India and Israel. The statue is seen as a long-term initiative to connect the two cultures, reflecting the deep respect for Israel among Indians and the historical contributions of the Jewish community in India.
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The installation of the statue is expected to enhance cultural exchanges and awareness of Shivaji's legacy in Israel.
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