India is celebrating Maharana Pratap Jayanti 2019 on May 9 (Thursday). The event commemorates the 479th birth anniversary of Pratap Singh I, the 13th Rajput king of Mewar. Popularly known as Maharana Pratap, he was one of the bravest kings in the history of India. He remains an epitome of incredible valour and steely determination. Maharana Pratap was known for keeping the self-esteem above all. His birth anniversary is no less than a festival. Maharana Pratap Jayanti wishes and images are shared online widely on a special day. We also bring you a collection of Maharana Pratap Jayanti images, Maharana Pratap Jayanti wallpapers, Maharana Pratap Jayanti wishes and messages to remember the great king and son of India.

According to Vikram Samvat, historical Hindu calendar Maharana Pratap was born on Tritiya, Jyeshtha, Shukla Paksha, 1597 in Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan. He was born to Udai Singh II and Jaiwanta Bai. As per Julian calendar, his birth date is May 9th, 1540, while according to Proleptic Gregorian calendar Maharana Pratap was born on May 19th, 1540. You can learn more on Maharana Pratap Jayanti 2019 and Facts to Know About The 13th Rajput King of Mewar on His 479th Birth Anniversary.

We have grown up hearing the historic tale of Maharana Pratap as a brave warrior and his battle against Mughals. The Battle of Haldighati between Maharana Pratap and Akbar’s Mughal forces remains one of the most important chapters in Indian history. Historian Satish Chandra notes that, “Rana Pratap's defiance of the mighty Mughal empire, almost alone and unaided by the other Rajput states, constitute a glorious saga of Rajput valour and the spirit of self sacrifice for cherished principles. Rana Pratap's methods of sporadic warfare was later elaborated further by Malik Ambar, the Deccani general, and by Shivaji Maharaj.”

Here is a list of Maharana Pratap images, wishes, greetings, wallpapers to observe his birth anniversary. You can share these with your friends and family as well share it on your social media handles.

Maharana Pratap Jayanti (Photo Credits: Wikimedia Commons)

WhatsApp Message Reads: Maharana Pratap Jayanti Ki Hardik Shubhkamnaye

Maharana Pratap Jayanti (Photo Credits: Wikimedia Commons)

WhatsApp Message Reads: Maharana Pratap Jayanti Ki Hardik Shubhkamnaye

Maharana Pratap Jayanti (Photo Credits: Wikimedia Commons)

WhatsApp Message Reads: Maharana Pratap Jayanti Ki Hardik Shubhkamnaye

Veer Shiromani Maharana Pratap (Photo Credits: Wikimedia Commons)

WhatsApp Message Reads: Maharana Pratap Jayanti Ki Hardik Shubhkamnaye

Veer Shiromani Maharana Pratap (Photo Credits: Wikimedia Commons)

WhatsApp Message Reads: Maharana Pratap Jayanti Ki Hardik Shubhkamnaye

Twitterati paid tributes to the Rajput king Maharana Pratap Singh on his birth anniversary. We all remember the great warrior and king who sacrificed his life to defend his kingdom. We wish you all on Maharana Pratap Jayanti.

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