The 393rd birth anniversary of the great Maratha emperor, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj will be marked across the country on February 19. The day is also called as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti, Shivaji Jayanti or Shiv jayanti.

The day is marked to honour the great warrior's role in restoring the Maratha Empire. The day is also observed to pay tribute to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's vast legacy.