Maheshwar (Madhya Pradesh): Devi Ahilyabai Gallery was inaugurated on Saturday at Rajwada complex in Maheshwar by Prince Richard Holkar and Prince Yashwantrao Holkar.
Dedicated to the life and legacy of Devi Ahilyabai Holkar, the gallery opened to the public on her 300th birth anniversary, offering tourists and devotees a deeper understanding of her devotion, public service and compassion.
Established by the Khasgi Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Charitable Trust and Ahilya Fort Heritage Hotel, the gallery was designed by architects Himanshu Dudwadkar and Sumit Jethani. Research support came from Dhanashree Lunge and Mandar Choudhary of Holkar Cultural Centre, with contributions from historians Ram Bhau Lande and Dr Vaishali Balajiwale.
Reflecting the traditional Maratha architectural style, the