Cultural Contributions
Hemadri introduced use of Modi script for Marāthi (cursive style of writing Marathi) in government correspondence.
He conceived of Hemadpanthi architecture of buildings and temples which did not use lime.
He introduced plantation of pearl millet (Bājari) as a staple crop.
He popularized worship of Goddess Mahālaxmi in Maharashtra.
He encouraged and supported many artists and writers like Bopadev and studied their books and presented his own criticism.
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