Narendra Modi pays tribute to Chhatrapati Shivaji on his birth anniversary

On the birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid tribute to the Maratha warrior king, saying he "inspires us greatly."

"He touched several lives through his good governance," Modi tweeted.

"I bow to the epitome of courage and bravery and the pride of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on Shivaji Jayanti," he said in another tweet. "Shivaji Maharaj shone on the battle field and left a mark in administration. He touched several lives through his good governance," he added.