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Detailed explanation-1: -By India Today Web Desk: Shivaji Jayanti is the birth anniversary of the warrior king Shivaji Maharaj. According to the Hindu calendar, this year is the 392nd birthday of the founder of the Maratha kingdom, who was on March 21, 1690, in Pune Shivneri fort.

Detailed explanation-2: -The birth anniversary of the great Maratha king Shivaji is celebrated as Shivaji Jayanti every year. The founder of the Maratha Kingdom, Shivaji born in Pune’s Shivneri Fort on this day in 1630.

Detailed explanation-3: -Though the official celebrations take place on February 19, according to the Gregorian calendar, the ruling Shiv Sena recognises Shivaji’s birthday as per the Hindu calendar - on the third (Tritiya) day of Falgun Vadya (month of Falgun).

Detailed explanation-4: -When is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti in India 2023? Also known as Shiv Jayanthi, the birth anniversary of Shivaji will be celebrated on 19th February 2023. This day is an official holiday across Maharashtra.