Swatantryaveer Vinayak Damodar Savarkar represents a blazing torch of patriotism, possessing a brilliance akin to the sun. Through his extraordinary intellectual prowess and vision, this towering personality awakened a profound sense of cultural reform, literary excellence, and fierce nationalism across India. Savarkar is not merely an individual, but an enduring philosophy.
To bring his literary vision and exceptional work closer to the public on the occasion of his birth anniversary, Kotibhaskar Developers and Ajay Dhongade presented the cultural program, 'Swatantrate Bhagavati.' The grand event took place on May 28, 2026, at Mahalaxmi Lawns near
Rajaram Bridge in Pune.
The event was graced by illustrious speakers, including Pandit Shri Hridaynath Mangeshkar and Shri Sharad Ponkshe. A key highlight of the evening was the soul-stirring rendition of songs and poems penned by Savarkar himself. The performances by acclaimed vocalists Vibhavari Apte, Madhura Datar, Manisha Nischal, and Ketan Godbole added immense grace to the program. The musical arrangement was masterfully curated by Kedar Paranjape, while Milind Kulkarni anchored the evening seamlessly.
More than five thousand Savarkar followers and art enthusiasts attended the event, responding with overwhelming enthusiasm. The evening served as a powerful reminder of the profound meaning embedded in every word written by Savarkar.
During the event, Shri Dilip Kotibhaskar, Shri Sukrut Kotibhaskar, and Sou Anuradha Kotibhaskar of the Kotibhaskar Group felicitated the distinguished artists and guests.
The Kotibhaskar Group extends its heartfelt gratitude to all the connoisseurs of art and dedicated followers of Savarkar for making this event a grand success.
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