Nana Fadnavis, a key figure in the Maratha Empire's administration, passed away on 13 March 1800. His role as an influential minister and politician during the Peshwa regime in Pune marked a significant moment in Indian history. Another notable figure, Burgula Ramakrishna Rao, was born on this day in 1899. He made history as the first elected Chief Minister of Hyderabad State, showcasing the day's importance in marking the births and deaths of prominent personalities.

Here is the list of major events on March 13 over the years
| Year | Events on March 13 | |
|---|---|---|
1 | 13 March, 1800 | Nana Fadnavis, a key figure in the Maratha Empire's administration, passed away. |
2 | 13 March, 1899 | Burgula Ramakrishna Rao, the first elected Chief Minister of Hyderabad State, was born. |
3 | 13 March, 1940 | Indian revolutionary Udham Singh assassinated Michael O'Dwyer in retribution for the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. |
4 | 13 March, 1958 | Malayalam poet Vallathol Narayana Menon passed away, leaving behind a legacy of influential poetry. |
5 | 13 March, 1980 | Indian politician Varun Gandhi was born. |
6 | 13 March, 1982 | Actress Nimrat Kaur, known for her role in 'Airlift,' was born. |
7 | 13 March, 1984 | British actress Geeta Basra, known for her work in Bollywood, was born. |
8 | 13 March, 1996 | India faced defeat against Sri Lanka in the Cricket World Cup final at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. |
9 | 13 March, 1997 | Sister Nirmala was chosen as the new leader of the Missionaries of Charity after Mother Teresa stepped back due to health reasons. |
10 | 13 March, 2004 | Ustad Vilayat Khan, a legendary sitar maestro, passed away, leaving a significant impact on Indian classical music. |
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Story first published: Wednesday, March 12, 2025, 7:55 [IST]


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