Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar Assumes Role as Head of Rajasthan's Royal Family
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Synopsis
The Gaddi Utsav ceremony for Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar is being held on April 2 in Jaipur, following the passing of his father, Arvind Singh Mewar. Traditional rituals, including blessings and worship ceremonies, are part of this historic event.
Key Takeaways
- The ceremony honors the late Arvind Singh Mewar.
- Traditional rituals include horse worship and visits to sacred sites.
- Dress code for attendees mandates white attire.
- Significant family history and recent events are tied to the ceremony.
- Conflict within the royal family has been noted recently.
Jaipur, April 2 (NationPress) The ceremonial 'Gaddi Utsav' for Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar, a member of the prestigious Mewar royal lineage in Rajasthan, is taking place on Wednesday.
This occasion is being held in honor of his late father, Arvind Singh Mewar.
The rituals commenced with a Hawan-Pujan at approximately 9:30 a.m. within the City Palace grounds. Attired in white, guests gathered in the Rai Courtyard of Nau Chowki Mahal in the City Palace. The mantra recitation was led by Vice Chancellor Dr. Vagish Kumar Goswami.
During the ceremony, Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar was also seen in white attire. His son, Haritraj Singh Mewar, sought blessings from the saints present. Additionally, Kanak Vardhan Singh, the Deputy Chief Minister of Odisha and father-in-law to Lakshyaraj, was present at the Udaipur City Palace for this significant event.
Other royal customs include the horse worship ceremony, scheduled for 3 p.m., followed by a visit to Shri Eklingnathji in Kailashpuri at 4:20 p.m.
The Hathipol Dwar will be venerated at 7 p.m., and the Rangpaltai Dastur ritual of Bhaipa and Sardars will take place at 8:15 p.m.
Attendees are required to adhere to a dress code: men in white kurta-pyjama and women in white suits or traditional white outfits.
The ceremonies will conclude with Lakshyaraj Singh’s visit to Jagdish Temple for darshan at 9 p.m. This event follows the demise of Arvind Singh Mewar, who passed away on March 16 after a long illness.
His elder brother, Mahendra Singh Mewar, had passed away earlier on November 10, 2024. Subsequently, his son, Nathdwara MLA Vishvraj Singh Mewar, was crowned in a ceremony at Chittorgarh Fort.
Previously, a conflict arose within the royal family of Udaipur after the coronation of BJP MLA Vishvaraj Singh Mewar as the 77th Maharana of Mewar. A confrontation occurred with his cousin Dr. Lakshay Raj Singh Mewar at the gates of the historic City Palace after Singh was denied entry, as the palace is now managed by a trust overseen by his cousin and uncle Shreeji Arvind Singh Mewar.
