Shahaji II
| Shahaji II | |
|---|---|
| Maharaja of Kolhapur | |
| Reign | 1947-1949 |
| Predecessor | Shivaji VII |
| Born | 4 April 1910 |
| Died | 9 May 1983 (aged 73) Bombay, British Raj |
| Issue | 3 daughters and 1 son |
| Religion | Hinduism |
Shahaji II (also Shahoji II) (formerly Vikramsinhrao (Nana Sahib) Puar) (4 April 1910 – 9 May 1983) of the Bhonsle dynasty of the Marathas, was the last ruling Maharaja of Kolhapur from 1947-1949. Before adoption to the Gadi of Kolhapur, he was the Maharaja of Dewas State (senior) from 1937–1947. He was the first Maharaja of Kolhapur to be adopted from the Puar dynasty. He was the son of Maharaja Tukoji Rao III Puar of Dewas Senior.
His son Krishnajirao III succeeded him as the titular ruler of Dewas State (Senior).
His grandson Sambhaji Raje Chhatrapati from his eldest daughter succeeded him as the titular Maharaja of Kolhapur.
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