Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has publicly apologized for the collapse of a statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in Maharashtra. The incident occurred in the state of Malvan, where a statue of the revered Maratha warrior king toppled over. Addressing the incident, Modi expressed deep remorse, stating, ‘Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is not just a name for us… he is our god.’ He further emphasized his devotion to Shivaji Maharaj, recalling a previous visit to Raigad Fort where he prayed at the king’s statue. Modi’s apology was met with mixed reactions, with some praising his humility while others questioned the timing and sincerity of his gesture.
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