• 600 BC: One of the 16 great janapadas, named as 

Ashmaka
• 230 BC to 225 AD: ruled by the Satavahanas
• 250 to 525: The Vakatakas brought Vidharba under their rule.
• 550 to 760: Ruled by the Chalukyas (Badami Chalukyas)
• 640: Chinese pilgrim Xuanzang visited Maharashtra
• 973: Rashtrakutas rule comes to an end
• 973 to 1180: Ruled by the Chalukyas (Western Chalukyas or Kalyani Chalukyas)
• 1189 to 1310: Ruled by the Yadavas of Deogiri (Seunas)
• 1296: Alla-ud-din Khilji, the first Muslim sultan of the north penetrates the Deccan, defeats the Yadavas and carried away a huge loot.
• 1534: Portuguese occupy Mumbai
• 1659: Shivaji captures Satara from Sultanate of Bijapur, leads revolt against the Mughal empire
• 1661: Mumbai transferred from Portugal to Britain
• 1668: British government transfers Mumbai to British East India Company
• 1674: Shivaji became first King of the Marathas (see Maratha empire)
• 1680: Shivaji dies
• 1689: Sambhaji dies
• 1707: Shahu I become Chhatrapati of the Maratha Empire
• 1720: Bajirao I becomes Peshwa (Prime Minister)
• 1740: Death of Bajirao I
• 1756: Marathas capture the town of Attock (now in north-west Pakistan). Maratha empire reaches its largest extent.
• 14 January 1761: Maratha are defeated at Third Battle of Panipat.
• 1775–1782: First Anglo-Maratha War
• 1803–1805: Second Anglo-Maratha War
• 1817–1818: Third Anglo-Maratha War
• 3 June 1818: Peshwa Bajirao II surrenders to the British
• 15 August 1947: India becomes independent
• 1 November 1956: Bombay state enlarged to include all of present Maharashtra.
• 1 May 1960: Bombay state split along linguistic lines into new states of Gujarat and Maharashtra.
Historical Synopsis of Maharashtra
Ruled By : Ashoka The Great, Mauryas, Chalkyas, Marathas and
Britishers
Also Known As : Dandakaranya and Marathwada
Famous Ruler : Chhatrapati Raje Shivaji Bhonsle (Maharaj)
Important Historical Events : Quit India Movement lead by
Mahatma Gandhi in 1942
• History
• The name Maharashtra, denoting the western upland of the Deccan plateau, first appeared
in a 7th-century inscription and in the account of Xuanzang, a Chinese traveler at that
time. According to one interpretation, the name derives from the word maharathi (great 
chariot driver), which refers to a skillful northern fighting force that migrated southward
into the area. The group’s language, intermingled with the speech of the earlier Naga
 settlers, became Maharastri, which by the 8th century had developed into Marathi. There
was also a continuous influx of people from remote Greece and Central Asia.
Historical Events
•1960-05-01 India's Bombay state split into Gujarat & Maharashtra states
•1993-03-30 Punjab beat Maharashtra by 120 runs to win Cricket's Ranji Trophy
•2013-03-19 27 people are killed and 14 are injured in a bus crash in Maharashtra, India
•2018-03-12 Tens of thousands of farmers from Indian state Maharashtra end protests over loan waivers, prices and land rights after promises from state
officials and walking 167km to Mumbai
•2019-07-03 Heavy monsoon rains strike Mumbai and surrounding Maharashtra state in India killing at least 43, worst flooding in a decade
• Famous Birthdays
• 1630-02-19 Shivaji Bhonsle [Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj], Indian warrior and founder of the Maratha Empire (disputed birth date; 1630-02-19 accepted
by Indian government), born at Shivneri fort (d. 1680)
• 1895-10-31 C. K. Nayudu, Indian cricketer (7 Tests for India in 30's), born in Nagpur, Maharashtra (d. 1967)
• 1902-12-07 Janardan Navle, Indian cricketer (India's 1st Test wicket-keeper), born in Fulgaon, Maharashtra, India (d. 1979)
• 1914-04-18 C. S. Nayudu, Indian cricketer (brother of C K, 11 Tests as leggie), born in Nagpur, Maharashtra, India (d. 2002)
• 1919-07-31 Hemu Adhikari, Indian cricket batsman (21 Tests; HS 114 1st Test v WI 1948), born in Pune, Maharashtra (d. 2003)
• 1930-10-02 Jayasinghrao Ghorpade, Indian cricket batsman (8 Tests @ 15.26), born in Panchgani, Maharashtra (d. 1978)
• 1933-05-24 Hemchandra Tukaram "Bal" Dani, Indian cricketer (Test Ind v Pak, 1-19, ct 1, DNB), born in Dudhani, Maharashtra (d. 1999)
• 1934-10-10 Sadashiv Patil, Indian cricket fast bowler (1 Test, 2 wickets; Maharashtra), born in Kolhapur, India (d. 2020)
• 1935-06-07 Thomas Kailath, American electrical engineer, born in Pune, Maharashtra, India
• 1934-10-10 Sadashiv Patil, Indian cricket fast bowler (1 Test, 2 wickets; Maharashtra), born in Kolhapur, India (d. 2020)
• 1935-06-07 Thomas Kailath, American electrical engineer, born in Pune, Maharashtra, India
• 1938-07-19 Jayant Narlikar, Indian astrophysicist (Hoyle–Narlikar theory), born in Maharashtra, India
• 1959-06-04 Anil Ambani, Indian businessman (Reliance Group), born in Bombay, Maharashtra State, India
• 1962-05-27 Ravi Shastri, Indian cricketer, all-rounder (1981-92), commentator and coach of India (2017-), born in Bombay, Maharashtra, India
• 1968-03-01 Salil Ankola, Indian cricket pace bowler (1 Test; 20 ODIs), born in Solapur, Maharashtra, India
• 1968-04-19 Arshad Warsi, Indian film actor (Lage Raho Munna Bhai), born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
•1974-01-10 Hrithik Roshan, Indian actor & dancer (Bang Bang!, Fiza, Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai), born in Mumbai, Maharashtra
•1974-08-05 Kajol Mukherjee, Indian actress (Fanaa, My Name Is Khan), born in Mumbai, Maharashtra
•1978-06-25 Aftab Shivdasani, Bollywood actor (Mast), born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
•1979-03-24 Emraan Hashmi, Indian actor (Murder, Zeher), born in Pulgaon, Maharashtra
•1982-09-28 Ranbir Kapoor, Indian actor (Rockstar, Barfi!, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani), born in Mumbai, Maharashtra
•1982-11-21 Aarti Chhabria, Indian Bollywood actress and Miss India Worldwide 2000, born in Mumbai, Maharashtra
•1986-04-10 Ayesha Takia, Indian actress (Taarzan: The Wonder Car), born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Maharashtra History

        The name Maharashtra is believed to be originated from rathi, which means chariot driver. Maharashtra

entered the recorded history in the 2nd century BC, with the construction of its first Buddhist caves. The name, Maharashtra first appeared in a 7th century in
the account of a contemporary Chinese traveler, Huan Tsang. According to the recorded History, the first Hindu King ruled the state during 6th century, based
in Badami.

Shivaji Bhosle, the founder of the Maratha Empire, did a lifelong struggle against the Mughals. By 1680, the year of Shivaji's death, nearly the whole of
Deccan belonged to his empire. Shivaji was a great warrior and one of the finest rulers of India, so he holds the highest place in Maratha history.

Sambhaji succeeded Shivaji, but he is not great as his father Shivaji. 1680 to 1707 is known as the period of instability in the history of Maharashtra. Balaji
Vishwanath (1712-1721), Bajirao Peshwa (1721-1740), Nanasaheb Peshwa (1740-1761), 'Thorale' Madhaorao Peshwa (1761-1772, Narayanrao Peshwa
(1772-1773), 'Sawai' Madhaorao Peshwa (1774-1795) and 'Second' Bajirao Peshwa - 1795 to 1802 were the other important rulers of Maharashtra.

The fall of Ahmednagar fort in 1803 marked the end of Indian rule and supremacy of British in Deccan. In 1804, General Wellesly proclaimed the Deccan in a
state of chaos, established military rule and the Peshwas remained rulers for namesake.

The present state was formed in 1960 with Bombay as the capital, when the Marathi and Gujarati linguistic areas of former Bombay state were separated.
Maharashtra became the main channel of cultural exchange between southern to northern India.
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“Covering a vast 308,000 square km area occupying a

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 Introduction: Maharashtra
• There is much to see and do when you are on Maharashtra. You can enjoy the Maharashtra State
Tourism with the view of majestic mountain ranges that stretch into mists as long as your vision
holds and beyond.
• In-numerous forts stand strong, proud, and indomitable, as they have done through the years. Also,
don’t miss the beautiful temples sculpted out from basalt rocks, a testimony to human endurance
and capabilities.
• There are many Maharashtra Tourism places to explore. Maharashtra offer so many best places to
visit that no other state offers. Some of the famous places in maharashtra include Mahabaleshwar,
Matheran, Khandala, Alibaug, Tarkarli, Ganpatipule, Chikhaldara, forts, and many more.
• These are some of the famous tourist destinations in Maharashtra
 Maharashtra Geography
• Maharashtra is Bounded by Gujarat in North-West, Chhattisgarh in East, Madhya Pradesh in North,
Andhra Pradesh in South-east, and Goa in Southwest, Karnataka in South, and Union Territories
Dadra and Nagar Haveli in West along with the vast expanse of Arabian Sea beyond.

• The shape of Maharashtra is mostly triangular with 450 miles/725 km Western Coastline as the base
and tapering interiors approximately 500 miles/800 km towards the East. A leader amidst Indian
states in industrial and agricultural production, education, transport and trade. Maharashtra also
boast of a rich, glorious past written in tales of valour and romance.
The first chief minister of the erstwhile Bombay state was B.G. Kher, who ruled from Aug 15, 1947 (Independence Day) to April 21, 1952.

• Vasantrao Naik, March 1, 1967, Feb 20, 1975. (3 terms)

He was succeeded by Morarji Desai, a future prime minister of India, who became the first elected chief minister from April 21, 1952 to Oct 31, 1956.
Then came Y.B. Chavan who ruled from Nov 1, 1956 to April 5, 1957 and from April 5, 1957, to April 30, 1960.
Later, after Maharashtra was created unifying Marathi-speakibng regions of Marathwada and Vidarbha, Y.B. Chavan again won elections and ruled from May 1, 1960 till Nov 19, 1962.
• S.B. Chavan, Feb 20, 1975 - April 16, 1977.
Maharashtra Political Timelines:
All three belonged to the Indian National Congress.
Here are all Maharashtra chief ministers since its formation May 1, 1960:

• Vasantrao Patil, April 17, 1977 - July 18, 1978. (2 terms)

• Sharad Pawar, April 18, 1978 - Feb 17, 1980.
• President's Rule, Feb 17, 1980 - June 8, 1980.
• Abdul Rehman Antulay, June 9, 1980 - Jan 12, 1982.
• Babasaheb Bhosale, Jan 21, 1982 - Feb 1, 1983.
• Vasantrao Patil, Feb 2, 1983 - June 1, 1985.
• Shivajirao Patil-Nilangekar, June 3, 1985 - March 6, 1986.
• S.B. Chavan, March 12, 1986 - June 26, 1988.
• Sharad Pawar, June 26, 1988 - June 25, 1991.
• Sudhakarrao Naik, June 25, 1991 - Feb 22, 1993.
• Sharad Pawar, March 6, 1993 - March 14, 1995.
• Manohar Joshi, March 14, 1995 - Jan 31, 1999.
• All three belonged to the Indian National Congress.
• Here are all Maharashtra chief ministers since its formation May 1, 1960:
• Y.B. Chavan, May 1, 1960 - Nov 19, 1962. (total 3 terms)
• M. Kannamwar, Nov 20, 1962 - Nov 24, 1963.
• P.K. Sawant, Nov 25, 1963 - March 1, 1967.
• Vasantrao Naik, March 1, 1967, Feb 20, 1975. (3 terms)
• S.B. Chavan, Feb 20, 1975 - April 16, 1977.
• Vasantrao Patil, April 17, 1977 - July 18, 1978. (2 terms)
• Sharad Pawar, April 18, 1978 - Feb 17, 1980.
• President's Rule, Feb 17, 1980 - June 8, 1980.
• Abdul Rehman Antulay, June 9, 1980 - Jan 12, 1982.
• Babasaheb Bhosale, Jan 21, 1982 - Feb 1, 1983.
• Vasantrao Patil, Feb 2, 1983 - June 1, 1985.
• Shivajirao Patil-Nilangekar, June 3, 1985 - March 6, 1986.
• S.B. Chavan, March 12, 1986 - June 26, 1988.
• Sharad Pawar, June 26, 1988 - June 25, 1991.
• Sudhakarrao Naik, June 25, 1991 - Feb 22, 1993.
• Sharad Pawar, March 6, 1993 - March 14, 1995.
• Manohar Joshi, March 14, 1995 - Jan 31, 1999.
• Narayan T. Rane, Feb 1, 1999 - Oct 17, 1999.
• Vilasrao Deshmukh, Oct 18, 1999 - Jan 16, 2003.
• Sushilkumar Shinde, Jan 18, 2003 - Oct 30, 2004.
• Vilasrao Deshmukh, Nov 1, 2004 - Dec 4, 2008.
• Ashok Chavan, Dec 8, 2008 - Oct 15, 2009.
• Ashok Chavan, Nov 7, 2009 - Nov 9, 2010.
• Prithviraj Chavan, Nov 11, 2010 - Sep 26, 2014.
• President's Rule - Sep 26 - till date.