Mumbai To Host Grand Cultural Tribute To Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar On Her 300th Birth Anniversary

To commemorate the 300th birth anniversary of the revered Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar, a grand cultural presentation featuring theatre, music, and dance will be held on June 26, 2025, at 7:00 PM, at Ravindra Natya Mandir, Prabhadevi, Mumbai.

This tribute is being presented by the Sarfhojiraje Bhosale Bharatanatyam Training and Research Centre, with the concept, direction, and curation by noted cultural scholar Dr. Sandhya Purecha.

The Hon’ble Speaker of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly, Shri Rahul Narwekar, will grace the event as the chief guest.

The programme will bring to life key milestones from the extraordinary journey of Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar, through a thoughtful blend of drama, classical dance, and music. The script is authored by Vivek Apte and Subhash Saigal, with music composed by Ajit Parab, choreography by Subhash Nakashe, and narration by Harish Bhimani.

Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar stands as one of India’s most exemplary rulers — a symbol of visionary leadership, justice, spiritual depth, administrative excellence, and inclusive development. The aim of this cultural homage is to present her immense contributions and moral legacy to the younger generation, highlighting her role in social reform, temple restoration, women’s empowerment, and good governance.

The programme offers a respectful and artistic interpretation of her life, with a strong emphasis on historical authenticity and cultural richness. The event is expected to attract distinguished personalities from the cultural world, scholars, artists, students, and citizens, all gathered to pay homage to the timeless legacy of Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar.