In this compelling biography, Deepali Patwadkar traces how Ahilyabai’s daily engagement with the Itihas and Purana became the moral and philosophical foundation of her rule. Far from being mere texts of the past, these works informed her sense of justice, compassion, duty, and statecraft. Under her leadership, Malwa witnessed a rare balance of strength and sensitivity—marked by military competence, diplomatic clarity, and efficient administration.
Ahilyabai Holkar was also a tireless guardian of Indic civilization. Her reign saw an unprecedented revival of cultural and spiritual life through the rebuilding of temples across the subcontinent, the establishment of Sanskrit Pathashalas, and the preservation of sacred traditions that had suffered neglect and destruction. Her actions were not acts of patronage alone, but conscious efforts to safeguard civilizational continuity.
This book goes beyond biography. It offers deep insight into how the ideal of Raj-Dharma has guided India’s kings and queens, and how Devi Ahilyabai Holkar emerged as one of its finest exemplars. Her life continues to offer timeless lessons in governance, cultural responsibility, and ethical leadership—lessons that remain profoundly relevant even today.
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Deepali Patwadkar
Deepali Patwadkar is a compelling storyteller who brings the depth and richness of Indian culture alive for contemporary readers. She serves as an adjunct faculty member in Indian Knowledge Systems and Epic Studies, bridging traditional wisdom with modern academic inquiry.
Her literary works include Ahilyabai Holkar: The Guardian of Indic Civilization and The Epic Footprint: Ramayana Beyond Borders. She has also co-authored Sugriva’s Atlas with Nilesh Oak, a work that explores the geographical and civilizational dimensions of the Ramayana.
Deepali Patwadkar writes regularly for leading publications such as Maharashtra Times, Sakal, and Mumbai Tarun Bharat. Her scholarly engagement extends to peer-reviewed journals as well as respected platforms like Saptahik Vivek, Prasad, and News Bharati, where her writing continues to shape conversations on Indian history, culture, and Itihas.
