Citizens Invited To Join ‘Amrit Durgotsav 2025’ To Honour 12 Forts Of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
Citizens Invited To Join ‘Amrit Durgotsav 2025’ To Honour 12 Forts Of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
Pune, October 14, 2025:To pay tribute to the 12 forts of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj that have been included in UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites, the state government has announced the celebration of “Amrit Durgotsav 2025” as a people’s festival (Lokotsav). The initiative aims to unite citizens in honouring the legacy of the Maratha warrior king while setting a world record for collective participation.
Under this unique campaign, citizens are encouraged to create a replica of any one of the 12 UNESCO-recognised forts and take a selfie with it. Participants can then upload their selfies on the official website — https://www.durgotsav.com.
The initiative seeks to promote public involvement in preserving and celebrating Maharashtra’s glorious fort heritage.
All the collected photographs will be compiled and submitted by Amrit — the autonomous institution under the Government of Maharashtra for Research, Development, and Training — for world record registration. Every participant in this mass campaign will receive an appreciation certificate bearing the signature of the Honourable Chief Minister of Maharashtra.
This event not only aims to celebrate the architectural and historical importance of Shivaji Maharaj’s forts but also to inspire a sense of unity, pride, and cultural awareness among citizens.
Through Amrit Durgotsav 2025, the government envisions a landmark celebration that pays global tribute to the enduring legacy of the Maratha Empire and its symbol of resilience — the forts that once safeguarded the sovereignty of the land.
