Statue of Women Empowerment- Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar

About Project

Statue of Women Empowerment- Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar

Ahilyadevi Holkar Memorial Project Concept

The project follows the Hemadpanti style of architecture, inspired by Ahilyabai’s works. It will be built with black basalt and will use solar power for sustainability.

Significance

The site is 95 km from Ahilyadevi’s birthplace, Chaundi. The district has been renamed Ahilyanagar in her honor.

Project Features Digital Centre

Displays Ahilyadevi’s life through interactive exhibits and a dome theater.

Museum

Showcases key events from her life with AI and holograph technology.

Jyotirlinga Temples & Kund

Includes 12 Jyotirlinga temples around a stepwell, honoring her devotion to Lord Shiva.

Statue & Surroundings

A 90-foot statue of Ahilyadevi Holkar with a landscaped open space for visitors.

Food Mall

Serves regional and national cuisines with seasonal farm-fresh food.

Public Toilets

Clean and accessible toilets for visitors and staff.

Women Empowerment Centre Objective

The center is dedicated to empowering women through education, skill development, entrepreneurship, healthcare, and leadership training.

Key Features Education & Training

• Scholarships for girls
• Vocational training programs
• Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Research & Training Institute
• Grand Library for women's studies
• Competitive Examination Centre
• Maharashtra Skill Development Centre

Healthcare & Wellbeing

• Healthcare access for women & children
• Mental & physical wellbeing and sports center for young girls

Entrepreneurship & Employment

• Support for women-led businesses
• Self-employment training programs
• Ahilyadevi Sheep & Goats Rehabilitation Center
• Food Tech Institute
• Value Education & Personality Development Center

Employment Generating Activities

• Computer skill development
• Cooking courses
• Beauty parlor training
• Sewing classes

Promoting Traditional Skills

• Local artisan souvenir shop
• Art and craft classes
• Pottery workshops
• Jewelry making
• Paithani sewing workshop
• Stone carving workshop
• Small homemade products business

Facilities

• Information Center
• Exhibition Hall
• Guidance Centre
• Millet Recipe Canteen
• Food Court
• Bazaar for women's products
• Parking
• Food Mall
• Public Toilets

Ahilyadevi Holkar Memorial Project Design & Site Details

• Location: Village Chas, along the Ahilyanagar – Pune highway.
• The site is divided into two parts due to the highway.
• North part: 40.62 Acres
• South part: 25.97 Acres
• Total available land: 66.60 Acres
• Total Built-up area: 53,950 Sq. m.
• Statue cost: ₹90 Crores

Entrances

• Main Entrance
• East Entrance
• South Entrance
• North Entrance

12 Jyotirlinga Temples & Kund

The project includes a sacred complex of 12 Jyotirlinga temples surrounding a central stepwell (Kund), symbolizing Ahilyadevi Holkar’s deep devotion to Lord Shiva.

The Statue & Surrounding Space

• The proposed statue of Ahilyadevi Holkar will stand as a grand tribute to her legacy.
• Height (without pedestal): 90 feet
• Designed with historical accuracy and artistic detail.
• Acts as both an educational piece and an inspirational landmark.
• The statue will be surrounded by a serene landscaped area with pathways, seating, and greenery.
• The space will provide a peaceful, inviting spot for visitors to reflect and gather.