Shivaji Memorial to be completed in stipulated time: Devendra Fadnavis

MUMBAI: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis today expressed hope that work on the memorial of Maratha warrior king Chhatrapati Shivaji would be completed in stipulated time.

"We got all the permissions which were pending since 15 years, in just 12 months and all the work will be completed in stipulated time," he said while inaugurating the Project office and Emergency Management Plan Cell for the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Memorial in Arabian sea.

As announced we are committed to build this grand memorial in 40 months, the chief minister said, adding a project consultant is also being appointed.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi would perform 'Bhumipujan' for this memorial soon, he said