**Executive Summary**
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, in collaboration with the Government of Maharashtra and MY Bharat, will organise the ‘Jai Shivaji, Jai Bharat' Padyatra on Thursday, 19th February 2026 in Satara, Maharashtra, to commemorate Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's birth anniversary. The inaugural ceremony is scheduled for 07:30 AM on 19 February 2026. Similar Padyatras will occur across 36 districts in Maharashtra.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Event Overview**
* The ‘Jai Shivaji, Jai Bharat' Padyatra is organized to commemorate the birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and inspire India's Yuva Shakti.
* It aims to promote courage, swarajya, and people-centric governance.
* The Padyatra is part of a statewide youth mobilization effort.
* **Location and Schedule**
* The main Padyatra will be held in Satara, Maharashtra, on 19th February 2026.
* The inaugural ceremony will commence at 07:30 AM.
* The march will begin at Rajwada, Gandhi Maidan, Satara, and conclude at the Shivtirth Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Statue, Powai Naka, Satara.
* **Participation and Purpose**
* Over 10,000 MY Bharat youth volunteers are expected to participate.
* The event aims to showcase India's Yuva Shakti and reaffirm commitment to patriotism, unity, and national service.
* Similar Padyatras will be organised across all 36 districts of Maharashtra.
* **Additional Activities**
* Traditional and cultural performances will be organised alongside the Padyatra.
* The initiative aims to strengthen cultural pride and civic consciousness among youth.
* MY Bharat seeks to deepen young people's understanding of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's life, values, and vision.
**Impact Analysis**
**Stakeholder: MY Bharat youth volunteers**
* **Impact:** Expected to participate in the Padyatra to showcase their energy and commitment to national ideals.
* **Action Required:** Participate in the Padyatra and engage in the associated cultural activities.
**Stakeholder: Citizens of Maharashtra**
* **Impact:** Statewide celebrations across 36 districts aim to deepen understanding of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's values and strengthen civic consciousness.
* **Action Required:** Engage in the Padyatras and associated events in their respective districts.
**Stakeholder: Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and Government of Maharashtra**
* **Impact:** Jointly responsible for organizing and executing the Padyatra event successfully.
* **Action Required:** Ensure the smooth conduct of the event, coordinate logistics, and facilitate participation.
Key Entities Referenced
Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat): Organization collaborating to organize the ‘Jai Shivaji, Jai Bharat' Padyatra.
Jai Shivaji, Jai Bharat' Padyatra: A state-wide youth mobilization effort organized to commemorate the birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
Maharashtra: The state where the 'Jai Shivaji, Jai Bharat' Padyatra is being organized across 36 districts.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports: Primary organizer of the event.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Mera Yuva Bharat to Organise ‘Jai Shivaji, Jai
Bharat’ Padyatra at Historic Satara on Shivaji
Jayanti
Yuva Shakti Across Maharashtra to Participate in Statewide
Celebrations Across 36 Districts to Honour Swarajya Legacy
Posted On: 18 FEB 2026 6:02PM by PIB Delhi
To commemorate the birth anniversary of the Rashtranayak Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, and to inspire
India’s Yuva Shakti with his timeless ideals of courage, swarajya, and people-centric governance, the
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, in collaboration with the Government of
Maharashtra and MY Bharat, will organise the ‘Jai Shivaji, Jai Bharat’ Padyatra on Thursday, 19th
February 2026 at Satara, Maharashtra.
सातारा, महाराष्ट्र क पावन धरा से गूंजेगा स्वराज और स्वाभमान का उोष! 🚩
19 फरवरी 2026 को छत्रपती शवाजी महाराज क अतीय वरासत को नमन करने हत ु “जय शवाजी,
जय भारत” पदयात्रा का आयोजन हो रहा ह। यह यात्रा शवाजी महाराज के 'स्वराज' के वचार को
'वकसत भारत' क श बनाने… pic.twitter.com/in0etMXP5e
— Dr Mansukh Mandaviya (@mansukhmandviya) February 18, 2026
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj stands as one of India’s most revered nation-builders, who laid the
foundations of Hindavi Swarajya rooted in justice, inclusivity, and people-centric governance. His
visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to public welfare continue to inspire the youth and
remain deeply relevant to India’s journey towards a Viksit Bharat.
Maharashtra’s Satara holds a special place in Maratha legacy, with the historic Ajinkyatara Fort
symbolising the resilience and strategic vision associated with Shivaji Maharaj. Hosting the Padyatra here
reflects the continuity of India’s civilisational values from Swarajya to nation-building through Jan
Bhagidari.
The Padyatra will be graced by Smt. Raksha Khadse, Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and
Sports, as the Chief Guest. The inaugural ceremony will commence at 07:30 AM on 19 February 2026.
The march will commence from Rajwada, Gandhi Maidan, Satara, and conclude at the Shivtirth
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Statue, Powai Naka, Satara.
Over 10,000 MY Bharat youth volunteers are expected to participate, showcasing the collective energy of
India’s Yuva Shakti and reaffirming their commitment to the ideals of patriotism, unity, and national
service.In a major statewide youth mobilisation effort, similar ‘Jai Shivaji, Jai Bharat’ Padyatras will be organised
simultaneously across all 36 districts of Maharashtra, transforming the Jayanti celebrations into a Jan
Andolan.
Alongside the Padyatra, traditional and cultural performances will be organised, providing young
participants a vibrant platform to connect with Maharashtra’s rich martial and cultural traditions inspired
by the life and legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, thereby strengthening cultural pride and civic
consciousness among youth.
Through this initiative, MY Bharat seeks to deepen young people’s understanding of the life, values, and
nation-building vision of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. It aims to strengthen the spirit of patriotism and
responsible citizenship, while inspiring the Amrit Peedhi to actively contribute toward the realisation of a
Viksit Bharat.
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Pawan Singh Faujdar
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