The Ministry of Culture, in collaboration with the Government of Madhya Pradesh, is commemorating the 300th birth anniversary of Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar on May 31, 2025, at Jamburi Maidan, Bhopal. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend as the Chief Guest. The event will include the release of a commemorative coin and stamp, an exhibition on Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar's life and contributions, and cultural presentations. The program aims to celebrate her legacy as a visionary reformer and cultural patron, recognizing her contributions to infrastructure, social welfare, and the revival of temples. The Chief Minister and Governor of Madhya Pradesh will also be present.
Key Entities Referenced
Ministry of Culture: Government of India ministry responsible for the event commemorating Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar's birth anniversary.
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi: The Prime Minister of India, who will attend the 300th Birth Anniversary of Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar in Bhopal.
Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar: A visionary reformer, cultural patron, and revered leader whose 300th birth anniversary is being commemorated.
Bhopal: City in India where the 300th Birth Anniversary of Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar event will be held.
30 MAY 2025: Date of the press release regarding the event.
PIB Delhi: Press Information Bureau, Delhi - the source of the press release.
Government of India: The government collaborating with the Government of Madhya Pradesh for the event.
Government of Madhya Pradesh: The state government collaborating with the Government of India for the event.
31 May 2025: The date on which the event will be held.
Jamburi Maidan: The venue in Bhopal where the event will be held.
India: The country to which Prime Minister Narendra Modi belongs.
Maheshwari saris: Type of saris that Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar encouraged women weavers to make.
Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Shri Mohan Yadav: The Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh who will be present at the event.
Governor of Madhya Pradesh, Shri Mangubhai Patel: The Governor of Madhya Pradesh who will be present at the event.
Bharat: Alternate name for India
Sunil Kumar Tiwari: Individual associated with the press release (pibcultureatgmaildotcom).
2132707: Release ID
Ministry of Culture
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi to attend the
300th Birth Anniversary of Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar
in Bhopal
Ministry of Culture Commemorating the Birth
Anniversary Tomorrow
Posted On: 30 MAY 2025 4:07PM by PIB Delhi
The Ministry of Culture, Government of India, in collaboration with the Government of Madhya Pradesh is
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commemorating the 300 birth anniversary of Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar, a visionary reformer, cultural
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patron, and revered leader. The event will be held on 31 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.
Key Highlights of the Event:
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Release of a ‘Commemorative Coin and Stamp’ in honour of Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar’s 300
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birth anniversary.
Display of exhibition that chronicles her remarkable life, works, and contributions to Indian society
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and culture.
Cultural presentations reflecting the ethos and values upheld by Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar
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throughout her life.
The commemorative programme will be held in the august presence of: Chief Minister of Madhya
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Pradesh, Shri Mohan YadavGovernor of Madhya Pradesh, Shri Mangubhai Patel
This event forms a part of the Ministry of Culture’s ongoing efforts to commemorate and celebrate India’s
heritage and remember and honour the great visionaries who have shaped the cultural and social foundations
of Bharat.
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Sunil Kumar Tiwari
pibculture[at]gmail[dot]com(Release ID: 2132707)