Shivaji Maharaj Statue Collapse Sparks Political Frenzy in Maharashtra
A statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the founder of the Maratha Empire, collapsed on Monday at a fort in Maharashtra's Sindhudurg district, triggering a massive political uproar.
MaharashtraShivaji MaharajStatue CollapsePolitical UproarMahayuti Coalition GovernmentReal Estate MaharashtraAug 27, 2024
The opposition criticized the state government, while Sindhudurg police registered an FIR against the contractor and structural consultant. The 35-foot statue collapsed after the district experienced heavy rains over the past three days.
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde blamed strong winds for the incident. However, the opposition continued to attack the Mahayuti coalition government in Maharashtra and the BJP over the statue's poor construction quality.
The incident has raised questions about the quality of infrastructure projects in the state. The opposition has been vocal about the need for better construction practices and stricter quality control measures.
The Shivaji Maharaj statue was a pet project of the previous BJP government in Maharashtra. The statue was intended to be a symbol of Maratha pride and a tourist attraction. However, the collapse of the statue has embarrassed the government and raised concerns about the misuse of public funds.
The incident is likely to have repercussions for the Mahayuti coalition government in Maharashtra. The opposition is expected to raise the issue in the upcoming assembly session and demand accountability from the government.
In the meantime, the people of Maharashtra are left to wonder about the fate of the statue and the millions of rupees spent on its construction. The incident has also raised questions about the need for better disaster management and emergency response systems in the state.
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The Shivaji Maharaj statue was unveiled by PM Modi last year during Navy Day celebrations at Rajkot Fort in Malvan. The statue was constructed at a cost of several million rupees and was intended to be a symbol of Maratha pride and a tourist attraction.
The Mahayuti coalition government in Maharashtra is a coalition of the BJP and the Shiv Sena. The government has been facing criticism over various issues, including the poor quality of infrastructure projects and the misuse of public funds.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to the Shivaji Maharaj statue in Maharashtra?
The statue collapsed on Monday at a fort in Maharashtra's Sindhudurg district.
Who unveiled the Shivaji Maharaj statue?
The statue was unveiled by PM Modi last year during Navy Day celebrations at Rajkot Fort in Malvan.
What is the Mahayuti coalition government in Maharashtra?
The Mahayuti coalition government in Maharashtra is a coalition of the BJP and the Shiv Sena.
Why is the opposition criticizing the government over the statue's collapse?
The opposition is criticizing the government over the poor construction quality of the statue and the misuse of public funds.
What are the repercussions of the statue's collapse for the government?
The incident is likely to have repercussions for the Mahayuti coalition government in Maharashtra, with the opposition expected to raise the issue in the upcoming assembly session and demand accountability from the government.
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