New Delhi, May 30, 2025.
The Ministry of Culture, Government of India, in collaboration with the Government of Madhya Pradesh is commemorating the 300th birth anniversary of Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar, a visionary reformer, cultural patron, and revered leader. The event will be held on 31st May 2025 at Jamburi Maidan, Bhopal. The occasion will be graced by the Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, as the Chief Guest.
Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar is remembered for her people centric policies, deep commitment to economic and socio-cultural issues, specially those that affected the life of women. She encouraged the education of women and their participation in the social and religious life of the local community. She supported and encouraged women weavers to make Maheshwari saris.
Her contributions were wide ranging spanning from infrastructure development (water bodies, roads, dharmashalas) to reconstruction and revival of temples across the length and breadth of the land. The edifices created by her have not only left an indelible mark on India’s cultural and spiritual landscape but also stood the test of time.
