Shivaji Maharaj Statue Collapse Sparks FIR Against Contractor, Consultant

New Delhi: In Maharashtra’s Sindhudurg district, a case has been registered by the police against the contractor and structural consultant involved in the construction of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue, which collapsed unexpectedly on Monday. The incident, which took place at around 1 pm, involved a 35-foot statue that was unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Navy Day last year at Rajkot Fort in Malvan tehsil. The statue, a significant symbol of regional pride, was dedicated to the 17th-century Maratha warrior king, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

New In Maharashtra’s Sindhudurg district, a case has been registered by the police against the contractor and structural consultant involved in the construction of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue, which collapsed unexpectedly on Monday. The incident, which took place at around 1 pm, involved a 35-foot statue that was unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Navy Day last year at Rajkot Fort in Malvan tehsil. The statue, a significant symbol of regional pride, was dedicated to the 17th-century Maratha warrior king, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

The unexpected collapse of the statue has led to widespread embarrassment for the Maharashtra government, headed by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, and has drawn sharp criticism from opposition parties. In response to the incident, Chief Minister Shinde addressed the public, clarifying that the statue was designed and constructed by the Indian Navy, thereby distancing his administration from the technical aspects of the project.

Despite this clarification, the incident has raised serious concerns about the quality of construction and the accountability of those involved in such a high-profile project. The FIR filed against the contractor and structural consultant marks the beginning of a legal investigation into the incident, with authorities seeking to determine the causes behind the collapse.

The collapse has prompted calls for a comprehensive review of the construction processes, including the roles of various stakeholders and the oversight and safety standards that were followed during the project. As the investigation unfolds, the case is expected to draw significant attention, with the public eager to see who will be held responsible for the failure of a monument dedicated to one of India’s most revered historical figures.