Delhi BJP honours Ahilyabai Holkar on death anniversary, pledges her values
Synopsis
Delhi BJP used Ahilyabai Holkar's death anniversary to reinforce a dual message: a governance ideal rooted in the 18th-century Maratha queen's legacy, and a pre-Independence Day salute to martyrs' families under the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign — signalling the party's outreach strategy in the capital ahead of 15 August.
Key Takeaways
Delhi BJP President Harsh Malhotra and BJP OBC Morcha President Santosh Pal paid tributes to Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar on her death anniversary on 13 August .
Malhotra credited Ahilyabai's 30-year reign in Malwa as a model of corruption-free, non-discriminatory governance.
He cited her restoration of temples including Kashi Vishwanath and Somnath , and investment in public infrastructure.
Former Delhi BJP president Virender Sachdeva visited the family of martyr Captain Sameer Bhan at Vasundhara Enclave and hoisted the tricolour under the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign.
The Delhi BJP resolved to build a developed India by following Ahilyabai's values of 'service, good governance and culture.'
Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Harsh Malhotra and BJP OBC Morcha President Santosh Pal paid tributes to Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar on her death anniversary at the party's city unit office in New Delhi on Thursday, 13 August. The event brought together senior state office-bearers to honour the 18th-century Maratha queen's legacy of governance and public service.
What Malhotra Said
Addressing the gathering, Malhotra described Ahilyabai Holkar as far more than a ruler. 'She was not just a ruler; she was a living example of public service,' he said. He added that 'Rajdharma was her religion and service was her worship,' crediting her 30-year reign from the land of Malwa as a model of corruption-free, non-discriminatory governance that continues to guide administrations today.
Malhotra noted that Ahilyabai oversaw the restoration of temples across India — from Kashi Vishwanath to Somnath — and invested in public infrastructure including roads, wells, rest houses, and granaries. He also pointed out that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has repeatedly invoked her ideals of good governance and 'Nari Shakti' as touchstones for his own administration.
Delhi BJP's Resolve
Malhotra concluded by committing the Delhi BJP to Ahilyabai's three core values: 'service, good governance and culture.' He said the party family resolves to build a developed India by following these principles. Among those present were state office-bearers Vishnu Mittal, Yogita Singh, Praveen Shankar Kapoor, Vikram Bidhuri, and several other senior functionaries.
Martyrs' Families Honoured Under 'Har Ghar Tiranga'
In a separate event on the same day, former Delhi BJP city unit president Virender Sachdeva visited the family of Captain Sameer Bhan of the 11th Battalion, Jat Regiment, at Vasundhara Enclave. Sachdeva hoisted the tricolour at the martyr's residence as part of the party's ongoing campaign to honour families of soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice.
'Our freedom is the precious heritage of martyrs, which the brave soldiers of the country are keeping safe even today with their bravery,' Sachdeva said. He reiterated that the BJP stands with martyrs and their families in keeping with the vision of Prime Minister Modi. The visit is part of the party's broader pre-Independence Day outreach ahead of 15 August.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar and why is she significant?
Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar was an 18th-century Maratha queen who ruled the Malwa region for approximately 30 years and is celebrated for her model of public-welfare governance. She is credited with restoring major temples across India, including Kashi Vishwanath and Somnath, and building public infrastructure such as roads, wells, and rest houses.
What did Delhi BJP President Harsh Malhotra say at the tribute event?
Malhotra described Ahilyabai Holkar as 'a living example of public service' and said 'Rajdharma was her religion and service was her worship.' He committed the Delhi BJP to building a developed India by following her values of service, good governance, and culture.
What is the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign and how is Delhi BJP participating?
'Har Ghar Tiranga' is a government-backed campaign to hoist the national flag at homes ahead of Independence Day on 15 August. Delhi BJP's former city unit president Virender Sachdeva participated by visiting the family of martyr Captain Sameer Bhan at Vasundhara Enclave and hoisting the tricolour at their residence.
Who is Captain Sameer Bhan?
Captain Sameer Bhan was a soldier of the 11th Battalion, Jat Regiment, who made the supreme sacrifice in service of the nation. His family, based at Vasundhara Enclave in Delhi, was honoured by former Delhi BJP president Virender Sachdeva as part of the party's campaign to recognise martyrs' families.
Why did Delhi BJP hold this event ahead of Independence Day?
The dual event — tributes to Ahilyabai Holkar and the martyr-family visit — is part of the Delhi BJP's pre-Independence Day outreach, combining historical icon commemoration with patriotic symbolism under the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign ahead of 15 August.
