The proposal to declare Shivaji Jayanti as a national holiday holds merit on multiple fronts. It is a tribute to a revered historical figure, a means to preserve and promote India’s rich cultural heritage, and a potential catalyst for economic growth. As the voices of support for this initiative, including those of CD Chavan, Bhagirathi Maharaj, and Mahamandaleshwar Acharya, continue to resonate, it is worth considering the profound impact that honouring Shivaji Maharaj in this manner could have on the nation as a whole.