Maharana Pratap’s Descendant Arvind Singh Mewar Dies at 81

Arvind Singh Mewar, a descendant of legendary Rajput king Maharana Pratap and chairman of the HRH Group of Hotels, passed away at 81 in Udaipur, Rajasthan, on March 16, 2025, after a prolonged illness. His demise marks the end of an era for the House of Mewar, known for preserving Rajput heritage and promoting tourism in Udaipur.

Key Highlights

Name: Arvind Singh Mewar
Age: 81
Date of Death: March 16, 2025
Place of Death: Udaipur’s City Palace
Cause of Death: Prolonged illness

Family Members

Wife: Vijayraj Kumari
Son: Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar
Daughters: Bhargavi Kumari Mewar and Padmaja Kumari Parmar
Education: Mayo College, Ajmer; Hotel Management in the UK and the US
Professional Role: Chairman of the HRH Group of Hotels
Funeral Date: March 17, 2025

Contributions and Legacy

Promoted Mewar’s cultural heritage and tourism in Udaipur
Built the HRH Group of Hotels as a corporate entity
Chairman of Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation
Former Ranji Trophy cricketer for Rajasthan (1945-46)
Polo player and founder of The Udaipur Cup in the UK
Avid pilot with solo microlight flights across India
Played a key role in preserving the Mewar dynasty’s legacy

Controversies

After his father Bhagwant Singh Mewar’s death in 1984, Arvind Singh was named successor through a trust.
His elder brother, Mahendra Singh Mewar, was disinherited for filing a lawsuit against their father.
Following Mahendra Singh’s death in 2024, Vishvaraj Singh Mewar (Mahendra’s son) became the titular head of the House of Mewar.
A controversy erupted when Vishvaraj Singh was barred from entering Udaipur’s City Palace by Arvind Singh’s son Lakshyaraj Singh, which was later resolved.

Condolences by Political Leaders

Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma praised Mewar’s efforts in promoting Mewar’s legacy.
Former CMs Ashok Gehlot and Vasundhara Raje highlighted his contributions to Udaipur’s tourism.
Several Rajput leaders and political figures mourned his death.

Summary/Static	Details
Why in the news?	Maharana Pratap’s Descendant Arvind Singh Mewar Dies at 81
Age	81
Cause of Death	Prolonged illness
Place of Death	City Palace, Udaipur
Family	Wife: Vijayraj Kumari Son: Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar
Education	Mayo College, Ajmer Hotel Management in the UK & US
Role	Chairman of HRH Group of Hotels
Sports Career	Ranji Trophy Cricketer (1945-46)