Shri Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Memorial National Committee is a non-profit Organisation. It was conceptualised & pioneered in 1981 by Late Smt. Indira Gandhi, the then Prime Minister of India, to propagate the ideals of Shri Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, a great leader who stood against the Mughal Invasion. Shivaji was much ahead of his time, who built a fiercely nationalist society and stood against the might of foreigners’ domination and remained unconquered, while the rest of India virtually surrendered.
The first President of this Committee was Late Giani Zail Singh, the Home Minister of India. The Committee’s HQ is located in Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi. The HQ building was inaugurated by Smt. Pratibha Devi Singh Patil, the President of India, on 15th September, 2009. Headquarter is in Delhi, and functioning in 8 states & UTs (Maharashtra, Gujarat, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Andaman & Nicobar, and Delhi).
The main aim of the Society is to propagate the ideology of Shivaji Maharaj. In pursuit of this noble cause, Society carries out a number of activities across the country, aimed at promoting cultural harmony as advocated by Shivaji Maharaj. We also conduct the following activities:
We have undertaken a project to raise a museum spread over an area of 20,000 Sq Ft in our HQ premises. This will display artifacts & weapons from Shivaji’s time along with graphics of his forts, details of his campaigns, models of his ships, copies of his orders and other important documents. An audio visual show will depict the naval battle where the Maratha Navy defeated the Royal Navy fleet at Mumbai Fort.
Inspiring generations through the life, ideals, values, and legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
To preserve, present, and promote the inspiring life, ideals, and legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, by creating an immersive and educational museum experience that highlights his foresight, valor, inclusive governance, and deep love for his land and people.
Our museum is guided by the timeless values embodied by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. We are committed to authenticity and historical integrity, ensuring that every artifact and exhibit reflects the truth of his era. We honor his inclusive leadership.
To become a premier center of historical learning and cultural pride, where citizens—especially the younger generation—are inspired by the values and achievements of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, and are motivated to uphold his legacy of courage and justice.
