Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar on Birth Anniversary

The Prime Minister pays tribute to Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar on her birth anniversary. The tribute highlights Ahilyabai Holkar (1725–1795) and her contributions as a ruler of Malwa under the Holkar dynasty.

Ahilya Bai Holkar (1725–1795)

Dimension	Key Details
Identity	Ahilya Bai Holkar (1725–1795) comprises a queen of the Holkar dynasty who rules Malwa in the 18th century.
Epithet	Known as the “Philosopher Queen”.
Birthplace	Born in the village of Chondi, Ahmednagar, Maharashtra.
Marriage	Married to Malhar Rao Holkar.
Assumption of charge	In 1767, she takes charge of Malwa after the deaths of her husband, father-in-law, and son, and Indore comprises one of the major cities.
Key contributions	Her contributions comprise promoting trade, textile industries, education, and public welfare.
Textile industry	Established a textile industry in Maheshwar, famous for Maheshwari Sarees.
Temple restoration	Restored major temples: Kashi Vishwanath Temple, and Somnath Temple.
Architectural legacy	Build Maheshwar Fort (Ahilya Fort) on the banks of the Narmada River.