Vijayraj Kumari Mewar, former Mewar royal, dies at 83

Rajmata Vijayraj Kumari Mewar, a prominent member of the former Mewar royal family, passed away on September 14 at the age of 83 following a prolonged illness. Her death has prompted widespread mourning across Udaipur, the Mewar region, and Marwar.

Born into the former royal family of Kutch, Gujarat, she was the daughter of Maharaj Fateh Singhji of Kutch. Following her marriage to Maharaj Arvind Singh Mewar in 1972, she became a central figure in Udaipur’s social and cultural life. She is survived by her son, Dr. Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar, a noted social worker and educationist.

Beyond her royal lineage, Vijayraj Kumari was recognized for her significant contributions to education and philanthropy. In the 1980s, she played a key role in the development and professionalization of the Maharana Mewar Public School. Her legacy is defined by her commitment to social development, women’s empowerment, and the preservation of Mewar’s traditions.