Agra, June 1 -- Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday attended an event on the occasion of the 300th birth anniversary of Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar in Agra and highlighted her contribution to women's empowerment, farmers and youth.

"Maharani was from the Malwa empire, which covered areas in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh... This event is a celebration of the work she did 250 years ago. She worked for the restoration of temples and India's identity and faith, that's why we are celebrating the 300th birth anniversary of Lokmata," CM Adityanath said while addressing the gathering in Agra.

Praising her contributions, he said, "Whatever Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar did for women empowerment, for artisans, farmers, youth, security...