Chhatri of Tukojirao Holkar

First thing Chhatri means The structures were built by the Holkars (royal Dynasty) as cenotaphs over the spots where people of importance were cremated or built in their memories, leading to them also being known as the Holkar Chhatris. now "Who was Tukojirao Holkar" Tukoji Holkar was the adopted son of Malhar Rao Holkar (the great maratha king), he was the second son of Shrimant Tanuji Holkar, a nephew of Malhar Rao Holkar. After the demise of Ahilyabai Holkar, Tukoji Rao was the only suitable person who could preserve the splendour of Holkar kingdom intact. He became the fourth ruler of the kingdom for a short period from 1795 to 1797 and protected the province as a courageous soldier. It was a time of crisis when Tukoji Rao received the responsibility of the Holkar Kingdom. Khanderao, husband of Ahilyabai had already lost his life in Kumbher war of 1754. Tukoji Rao Holkar was the most trustworthy commander-in-chief of Shreemant Malhar Rao Holkar. While on death bed, Malhar Rao's appreciation of Tukoji further intensified his loyalty to the royal house of Holkars. Malhar Rao said "You are the only one who can uphold my name and protect Prince Male Rao Holkar (grandson of Malhar Rao) after my death". But, Male Rao also had a very short-life span. He died on 13 March 1767 due to sickness. At this juncture, it was Tukoji Rao who has submitted himself to the service of Ahilyabai and she could withstand with the challenges she had in the service of her people of Malwa. Ahilyabai also respected him as her brother-in-law as Tukoji Rao was the adopted son of Malhar Rao Holkar I. #pindleindia #pindle #sharewithpindle #shareonpindle #historyofindia #historicalplace #heritagesite #heritagesitesindia