Hukam Singh (Rajasthan politician)
| Hukam Singh | |
|---|---|
| Born | 14 February 1927 |
| Died | 17 March 2024 (aged 97) |
| Issue |
|
| House |  Jaisalmer |
| Dynasty | Bhati |
| Father | Jawahir Singh |
| Mother | Kalyan Kanwar |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Education | Mayo College |
| Alma mater | Agra University |
| Member of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly | |
| In office 1957–1967 | |
| Preceded by | Hadvant Singh |
| Succeeded by | B. Singh |
| Constituency | Jaisalmer |
| District Chief of Jaisalmer | |
| In office 1959–1969 | |
Hukam Singh (14 February 1927 – 17 March 2024) was an Indian politician who served as MLA from Jaisalmer from 1957 to 1967.
Early life, family, and education
[edit]He was born on 14 February 1927 to Jawahir Singh, the Maharawal of Jaisalmer, and his wife, Kalyan Kanwar.[1][2] His mother was the granddaughter of Ram Singh, the Maharao Raja of Bundi.[2] Like his father and brother, Singh was educated at Ajmer’s Mayo College.[3][4] He subsequently attended Agra University, from which he graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Sanskrit.[5]
He married, in 1948, Girdhar Kumari, a daughter of Virbhadra Singh of Dungarpur.[6] By her, he had a son, Jitendra Singh, and a daughter, Divya Kumari.[6] He played an important role in the merger of Jaisalmer with the Rajasthan Union to form Greater Rajasthan.[5]
Political career
[edit]He served as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Jaisalmer for two consecutive terms from 1957 to 1967.[5] He wielded considerable influence over the people of Jaisalmer—so much so that even Congress leaders were unable to oppose him effectively.[7] Recognising his influence, Congress leaders approached Singh and invited him to join the party, which he did during the 1962 Indian general election.[7] From 1959 to 1969, he served as District Chief of Jaisalmer, during which time he laid the foundation for the prompt resolution of local issues and the development of the region.[5] He also donated his honorarium to establish a collection of rare and unique books in the District Council Library.[5]
Death
[edit]He died at his residence, Mandir Palace, on 17 March 2024.[5][8]
References
[edit]- ^ Mehta, N. k (1934). Report Of The Administration Of The Jaisalmer State (1934). p. 1.
- ^ a b Not Available (1931). Rajputana And Ajmer List Of Ruling Princes, Chiefs And Leading Personages (six ed.). p. 86.
- ^ Somānī, Rāmavallabha (1990). History of Jaisalmer. Panchsheel Prakashan. p. 99. ISBN 978-81-7056-070-8.
- ^ Rajputana (Agency) (1938). List of Ruling Princes, Chiefs and Leading Personages. Manager of Publications. p. 89.
- ^ a b c d e f Bharat, E. T. V. (17 March 2024). "Maharaj Hukam Singh, Member of Former Jaisalmer Royal Family, Dies at 97". ETV Bharat News. Retrieved 16 June 2025.
- ^ a b Soszynski, Henry. "JAISALMER". members.iinet.net.au. Archived from the original on 18 July 2017. Retrieved 16 June 2025.
- ^ a b Link: Indian Newsmagazine. 1964. p. 16.
- ^ "Erstwhile Jaisalmer royal family member Hukum Singh cremated". The Times of India. 19 March 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 16 June 2025.