A grand statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was unveiled at Terminal 1 of Navi Mumbai International Airport on Saturday in a ceremony attended by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and several dignitaries.

The memorial has been installed as a tribute to the legendary Maratha ruler’s leadership, courage and enduring legacy, while also showcasing Maharashtra’s rich cultural heritage to travellers arriving at the airport, an official statement said.