Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj: The Embodiment of Value-Based Leadership

 Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj: The Embodiment of Value-Based Leadership

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj remains an eternal inspiration to millions. Each year, on the 19th of February, we celebrate Shiv Jayanti with unmatched vigour and devotion. My heart overflows with joy and energy whenever I remember his great name.

In 2025, on this sacred day, I wrote a poem to offer my humble tribute to this legendary leader. When I began writing this book Value-Based Leadership, the very first name that came to mind was Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj—the finest embodiment of value-driven leadership. 

His life was not merely about conquest or power; it was about vision, integrity, courage, respect, and service to his people.

Once again, I feel blessed to present this poem in his memory. May it inspire readers to see leadership not as authority, but as responsibility rooted in values.

Har Har Har Mahadev!

Beneath the sun and open skies,

A warrior king did rise.

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj—the name,

In golden letters, carved in fame!


With heart as bold as mountain high,

He faced the storms with fearless eye.

Not for luxury, not for throne,

But for his people, he stood alone!


Inspired by Ramayana, Mahabharata,

Stories brightly spun by Rajmata.

Rajmata Jijau’s guiding hand,

Molded a king, so wise and grand!


Har Har Mahadev! The battle cries,

Echoed deep in soldiers’ eyes.

Tanaji, Murarbaji, brave and grand,

Baji Prabhu with sword in hand!


At Pratapgarh, the cunning foe,

Afzal Khan met his final blow.

A strategic mind, a hero’s flair,

The king’s bravery beyond compare!


He honoured women, upheld their grace,

A man of character in every place.

His name—a beacon through the years,

A tale of valour, heart, and tears!


For Swarajya, their lives were given,

Legends among men, their spirits risen.

Every moment, a lesson bold,

Inspiring us, their story told!


In every heart, in every breath,

Their legacy defeats death.

Har Har Mahadev! Forever praised,

A king whose valour forever blazed!


A grand display, on February’s day,

We celebrate Shiv Jayanti in its way.

His name and deeds, a lasting light,

Guiding us through the darkest night!

 

Mahendra Ingale, Pune

February 19, 2025

 

Dr. Mahendra Ingale @ Jalgaon on Jan 7, 2026

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