Deputy Chief Minister (CM) Ajit Pawar paid his tributes to Maratha warrior king Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on Tuesday, on the eve of his birth anniversary celebrations in Mumbai.

Speaking on the occasion, Pawar said, "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj united the Mavalas in the valleys of the Sahyadri mountains and established the Swarajya for the people, setting the example of a people-centric state. He awakened the pride of Maharashtra and instilled the courage and strength in the people to unfurl flags beyond the borders, challenging the throne of Delhi."