Raksha Mantri Pays Tribute to Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar, Hails Her Legacy of Good Governance and Public Welfare
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh paid respectful tributes to Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar on her Punyatithi, remembering her as an exemplary ruler whose life embodied courage, good governance, public welfare and the preservation of India’s cultural heritage.
In a post on social media, Shri Rajnath Singh highlighted Ahilyabai Holkar’s extraordinary contribution to welfare-oriented administration and her efforts to improve public infrastructure. He noted that she played a significant role in the construction and preservation of temples, ghats, wells, ponds and dharamshalas across the country, including the renovation of the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple.
The Raksha Mantri also recalled her efforts for the livelihood and welfare of marginalized and tribal communities. He particularly emphasised her progressive initiatives aimed at making women self-reliant and empowered, describing them as far ahead of their time.
Shri Rajnath Singh said Ahilyabai Holkar’s life remains an inspiring saga of justice, efficient administration, women empowerment and public service. He noted that her ideals continue to inspire people to follow the path of public welfare and work in the national interest.
लोकमाता अहिल्याबाई होलकर जी की पुण्यतिथि पर उन्हें सादर नमन एवं विनम्र श्रद्धांजलि। अहिल्याबाई होलकर जी ने जनकल्याणकारी शासन, अदम्य साहस और कुशल प्रशासन की अद्भुत मिसाल पेश की। उन्होंने काशी विश्वनाथ मंदिर के जीर्णोद्धार सहित देशभर में मंदिरों, घाटों, कुओं, तालाबों और धर्मशालाओं… pic.twitter.com/1Ws5m0GPrP
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) August 13, 2026