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Raj Thackeray pays tribute to renowned historian Gajanan Mehendale
Updated On: 18 September, 2025 12:56 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Gajananrao began his historical journey with the Bharat Itihas Sanshodhak Mandal in Pune, where he developed an early interest in military science
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Gajanan Mehendale. Pic/X@RajThackeray
Eminent historian and author Gajanan Bhaskar Mehendale, known for his monumental works on Maratha king Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, passed away in Pune following a heart attack on Wednesday evening. He was 77.
Known for his meticulous research and deep understanding of military history, Mehendale made significant contributions to Maharashtra’s historiography.
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