Pandharpur, a major pilgrimage center, is in Solapur district.

Amravati division's headquarters is Amravati

Akola is known as the 'Cotton City' of Maharashtra.

The IATA code for Pune International Airport is PNQ

Atal Aahar Yojna provides subsidized meals to construction workers.

The Godavari is the second-longest river in India and originates in Maharashtra.

This station, formerly known as Victoria Terminus, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The Indian giant squirrel (Shekru) is the state animal.

The Battle of Pratapgad in 1659 was a turning point in Maratha history.

Maharashtra has three UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Ajanta Caves, Ellora Caves, and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus.

The Great Bath was found at Mohenjo-daro, an Indus Valley site

Maharashtra covers an area of about 307,713 square kilometers.

P. K. Sawant served as CM for only nine days in 1963.

On 1 May 1960, Maharashtra was formed for Marathi-speaking people by the Bombay

SNDT (Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey) University in Mumbai was India’s first women’s university, established in 1916.

Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust (JNPT) at Nhava Sheva, Navi Mumbai, handles the majority of India’s container traffic.

Meera Borwankar was the first woman IPS officer from Maharashtra and served in various key positions.

The Gateway of India was built by the British in 1924 to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary.

Sant Dnyaneshwar wrote ‘Dnyaneshwari’, a Marathi commentary on the Bhagavad Gita in the 13th century.

Sangli is a leading producer and exporter of turmeric in India.

The Global Vipassana Pagoda, near Gorai in Mumbai, is a Buddhist meditation hall and a symbol of peace.

Jalgaon is famous for banana cultivation and contributes significantly to Maharashtra’s banana production.

Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai is one of the most visited Ganesha temples in India.

These millet grains are widely consumed in rural areas due to their drought resistance and health benefits.

The Battle of Pavankhind was where Baji Prabhu Deshpande bravely delayed the enemy, allowing Shivaji to escape.

The Jarul flower, also called Queen’s Crape Myrtle, is Maharashtra’s state flower and blooms beautifully in summer.

Kalsubai Peak (1,646 meters) is located in Ahmednagar district and is part of the Sahyadri range. It is popular among trekkers and nature lovers.

Shahu Maharaj of Kolhapur promoted education and reservation for backward castes.