Prof. Rajendra Singh Khangarot Honoured with Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh Award at Sawai Jaipur Awards 2025
In a proud moment for Rajasthan’s academic and literary community, Prof. Rajendra Singh Khangarot was honoured with the Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh Award at the Sawai Jaipur Awards 2025, held at the City Palace, Jaipur.
The award, presented by the Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum Trust, recognizes his exceptional contribution to literature and education.
Dignitaries Grace the Ceremony
The grand award function was attended by Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari, His Highness Padmanabh Singh (Pacho), and Rani Padmini Devi, along with prominent dignitaries, artists, and scholars.
The ceremony paid tribute to the legacy of Brigadier His Highness Maharaja Sawai Bhawani Singh, MVC, whose birth anniversary is commemorated through these awards. Established in 2000, the Sawai Jaipur Awards celebrate individuals who have made remarkable contributions to Rajasthan’s cultural, social, and intellectual development.
About the Awardee
Prof. Rajendra Singh Khangarot is a distinguished historian, educator, and author known for his deep research on Rajasthan’s heritage and royal lineages. His work has significantly contributed to the study of Jaipur’s cultural and educational evolution. Over the years, he has authored several acclaimed books and received numerous national and international recognitions for his work.
This year, he received the Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh Award, which includes a shawl, kalash, citation, shrifal, and a cheque of ₹31,000 — a symbolic gesture rooted in Jaipur’s royal traditions of honour and respect for excellence.
Ancestral Lineage: Thikana Dyodhi (Jobner)
Prof. Khangarot hails from the Dyodhi (Deodi) Thikana near Jobner, one of the leading Rajput Thikanas of the Khangarot (Manohardasot) lineage in the former Jaipur State.
According to historical records, Maharao Khangar Ji, one of the twelve Bara Kotri (royal chambers) of the Kachhawa Royal Family of Amber, granted Jobner and surrounding villages such as Mandha, Bhadwa, Pratappura, Dyodhi, Sathana (Masuda), and Murlipura to his fourth son, Kunwar Manohardas Ji, the founder of the Manohardasot sub-clan.
Rao Manohardas Ji’s second son, Kunwar Pratap Singh, became the first Mansabdar of Mandha, and his grandson Rao Gokuldas Ji later granted the Gaddi of Dyodhi to his son, Kunwar Daulat Singh, who was the first Thakur of Dyodhi.
The historic Dyodhi Rawla (Jobner) still stands as a reminder of this proud heritage. Prof. Khangarot, a descendant of this lineage, carries forward the family’s legacy of service, scholarship, and cultural preservation.
Preserving Jaipur’s Cultural Spirit
The ceremony at City Palace blended royal grandeur with intellectual depth. It celebrated individuals like Prof. Khangarot, whose work bridges Rajasthan’s glorious past with its progressive present. Each element—from the traditional décor to the heartfelt tributes—reflected the timeless essence of Jaipur’s cultural identity.
An Inspiration for Generations
Prof. Rajendra Singh Khangarot’s recognition at the Sawai Jaipur Awards 2025 stands as a beacon for scholars, educators, and writers across India. His life’s work continues to inspire dedication, scholarship, and the spirit of Rajasthan’s living heritage.
