Noted historian and author Babasaheb Purandare, known for his works on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, said he drew inspiration from the Maratha king's spirit of nation-building.

Balwant Moreshwar Purandare aka Babasaheb, who turned 100 on July 29, was felicitated at a function attended by veteran singer Asha Bhosale, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray, BJP leader Ashish Shelar and others. Known for his research and works on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Purandare, a Padma Vibhushan-awardee, shared various memories during the programme.