Pune, Feb. 19 -- Bollywood actor Riteish Deshmukh paid tribute to the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on Thursday at Shivneri Fort on the occassion of Shiv Jayanti.

On the birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the actor visited the Shivneri Fort to remember the contributions of the Maratha ruler.

The actor also took a group picture with the children who were dressed in traditional Maharashtrian attire.

After the tribute, Riteish Deshmukh extended his best wishes to all the devotees of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. He also highlighted the importance of educating children across India about Shivaji Maharaj's contributions and enduring legacy.

"I extend my best wishes to all the devotees of Shivaji on the occasion of Shiv Jayanti....