Shankaraji Narayan Gandekar
Shankaraji Narayan Gandekar (1665–1707), also known as Shankaraji Narayan Sacheev or Shankaraji Narayan, was a popular Minister (Pradhan) and Count (Sardar) of the Maratha Empire. He also served as Imperial Secretary (Sacheev) during Rajaram's reign. He also served as Deputy to the Crown (Rajadnya) under Emperor Sambhaji. His contribution to the war of independence against Mughal rule is considered to be immensely supportive. He was also the founder of the princely state of Bhor located, in Pune district.
| Shankaraji Narayan Gandekar | |
|---|---|
| Rajadnya to Emperor Chhatrapati Sambhaji of the Maratha Empire, Sacheev of the Maratha Empire, first Chief Bhor (founder) | |
| Successor | Naro Shankaraji |
| Born | 1665 Maval (Pune District, Maharashtra) |
| Died | 1707 (aged 41–42) Ambawde (Pune District, Maharashtra) |
| Issue | |
| House | Gandekar |
| Religion | Hindu, Deshastha Brahmin |
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