350 Years Later: "Wagh Nakh" Returns to India – Unveiling Its Exciting History

After a long wait of 350 years, the sacred symbol of Indian History "Wagh Nakh" was brought back from London Victoria and Albert Museum to India — To restore the dignity of Pratapgarh, Governments announced a project plan of Rs 150 crore. 

The history of Wagh Nakh is very Exciting. After a long time, the historical symbol has been brought to India. "Wagh Nakh" may be the name you heard for the first time, but know it is the symbol of Barve Marathi King Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Marked Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, 

"Today is a very lucky moment for the city of Satara and the capital of Shiv Chhatrapati was given this honor on this occasion." 

"Wagh Nakh" tiger Claw Shaped Weapon, used to Kill General Afzal Khan 

"Wagh Nakh" is a tiger claw shaped weapon, and it is believed that this weapon was used by Shivaji Maharaj in the Battle of Pratapgarh in 1965. This is the weapon which King Shivaji used to kill Bijapur Sultanate General Afzal Khan.

The history of Wagh Nakh, also known as the "Tiger Claw," is deeply rooted in ancient Indian martial arts. 

“Wagh Nakh” is not just a symbol but it is an important symbol of the Glorious History of India. 

Brought from Victoria And Albert Museums London to India 

Preparations to bring the weapon to India had been going on for many years but it was not successful but fortunately on 17th July it was brought to India from the London Museum.

It is currently kept in Shri Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Museum Satara, Maharashtra on temporary basis. According to the officials, Wagh Nakh will be kept in Satara Museum for the next 7 months, all the people will be able to witness the "Glorious" symbol with their own eyes in the exhibition for 7 months.

It has been borrowed from the Victoria And Albert Museum in London for almost 3 years. This will go for exhibition in different museums of Maharashtra for 3 years.

London Museum Signed an Agreement with the Maharastra Government 

This historical decision has been taken under the leadership of Maharashtra Minister Sudhir Mungantiwar or Uday Samant. For this, Maharashtra Government has signed an Agreement means Memorandum of Understanding MoU with Victoria and Albert Museum in London. 

According to which, Indian government has borrowed "Wagh Nakh to India for 3 years and decided to bring "Wagh Nakh" to his Homeland for a short time, which will help to Convey the Vibrant History of India to the citizens.

What is Wagh Nakh and How it is Used to kill Enemy ? 

This is a traditional Indian weapon which is originated by the Maharastra Empire in order to Diversify their Weapon Set. Wagh Nakh is a middle shaped weapon which is made of metal, the metal plate has 4 tiger's claws like fingers coming out. And at the end of the metal plate there are  2 circle rings to fit the two fingers. It was mainly used in the 17th or 19th Century for quick and destructive attacks in close combat.

What Chief Minister Eknath Shinde Marked ? 

While sharing his experience on this Proud Moment, Chief Minister Eknath Shinde wrote on Instagram, 

" The opening ceremony of the Tiger Hall, which witnessed the glory of Shiv Chhatrapati, was concluded today with great enthusiasm. Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar were also present on this occasion." 

"The tiger has been brought to India from the Victoria and Albert Museum in London for three years and will be kept in the Shri Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Museum in Satara. After that, history lovers will get a chance to see it in museums in Mumbai, Nagpur, Kolhapur." 

Historic Moment Witnessed by Multiple Politicians and Royal Family of Pratapgarh 

In the occasion, the Chief Minister of Maharashtra announced a big plan to restore the shining history of India, according to which the State Government, under the leadership of MP Udayan Raje Bhosle. The forts of Pratapgarh and all the Significant architecture will be restored for which the state will invest Rs 150 crores.

"Wagh Nakh" came to India after a long wait of 350 years, an event was organised in order to Encase "Wagh Nakh" in Paratpagarh, present day Satara. Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Ajit Pawar, Deputy Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Current Affairs Minister Sudhir Mungantiwar, MP Udayanaraj Bosie and the Royal family of Satara were also present to witness the historic moment.