The Royal Family Of Rajkot

🎂 Birthday Tribute Post ❗️

Remembering H.H. Thakore Saheb Pradyumansinhji of Rajkot on his birthday.

A cherished moment from Saurashtra’s cricketing history — Thakore Saheb, who led the Saurashtra side and served as Chairman of WISCA (Western India States Cricket Association), pictured with legendary cricketer Frank Worrell during the Commonwealth XI tour.

A leader both on and off the field, his vision and commitment helped shape the spirit and legacy of cricket in Saurashtra.

Honouring a legacy of leadership, sportsmanship, and pride. 🏏










Jaideep Sinh Jadeja Mandhatasinhji Jadeja Mrigesha Kumari Singh Khimsar
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📸 Picture (Archival Photo, hand signed by Frank Worrell)

Photo: H.H. Thakore Saheb Pradyumansinhji of Rajkot with Frank Worrell
Era: Early 1950s (Commonwealth XI tour period)
Location: Rajkumar College (RKC) Ground, Rajkot
Source: Rajkot Royal Family archives.

This is #Darbargadh. And like most museums, it is often seen as a whole. But museums are not made all at once. They are made one element at a time. A fragment. A surface. A painting. A mark left by use, time, or care. Each element here was chosen. Moved. Preserved. And given a place to belong. In this weekly series, we focus on one element from the museum. We ask where it came from. Why it matters. And why it is here. When you visit the museum, we invite you to search for these elements and observe them in their original context—where they belong, and where their story unfolds. This is One at a Time. Because sometimes, understanding begins by looking closer. At @darbargadh_rajkot , these elements come from the private collection of the @royalfamilyofrajkot Royal Family of Rajkot, assembled with care over the past four decades. @sardhar_darbargadh @jaideepjadeja @gujarattourism @heritagetourismgujarat @theprincipalitiesofindia @museumsofgujarat [museum, collection, objects, historical, antiques, collectibles, vintage, royal, royal family, private collection, gallery, museum display, paintings, restoration, sculptures, weapons, trophies, idols, camera, radio, textile, pictures, archival photographs, architecture, design, culture, heritage, history, vintage cars, postcards, dining sets, lifestyle, darbar hall, huzoor office, royal family of rajkot, thakore saheb, rani saheb, yuvraj saheb, weekly series, reel series, did you know, incredible india, gujarat, saurashtra, kathiawar legacy, jadeja, oneatatime, weeklyseries]

Conveying salutations and expressing gratitude to Late H.H Thakore Saheb Lakhajiraj Of Rajkot on his 96th death anniversary.

The Royal Family Of Rajkot

Happy 77th Republic Day 🇮🇳
Feeling so proud
Let's celebrate the spirit of our nation.

Heartiest greetings to H.H Thakore Saheb Mandhatasinhji & H.H Rani Saheb Kadambari Deviji Of Rajkot, on their auspicious Wedding Anniversary !!

Best wishes and Anniversary greetings to Yuvraj Saheb Jaideepsinhji & Yuvrani Saheba Shivatmikadevi ji.

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Wishing everyone a joyful Uttarayan and Makar Sankranti 🌞🪁 On this auspicious occasion, His Highness Thakore Saheb Shri Mandhatasinhji Jadeja of Rajkot, on behalf of the Royal Family of Rajkot @royalfamilyofrajkot and the Rajkot Rajya Foundation, and the Rajkot Darbargadh Museum @darbargadh_rajkot extends warm wishes to all. May this festival bring good health, harmony, and prosperity—and may we celebrate with care, kindness, and respect for nature. રાજકોટ રાજ્ય ફાઉન્ડેશન તેમજ રાજકોટ દરબારગઢ સંગ્રહાલય વતી, આપ સહુને ઉત્તરાયણ-મકરસંક્રાંતિની અનેકાનેક શુભકામનાઓ! સૂર્યનારાયણની ગતિમાં ખગોળશાસ્ત્ર અને જ્યોતિષશાસ્ત્રના સુભગ સમન્વયથી રચાતી અદ્વિતીય ઘટના એટલે ઉત્તરાયણ અને મકરસંક્રાંતિ. ઉત્તરાયણના પરમ પાવન દિવસે સૂર્યદેવ મસ્તિષ્કની એકદમ ઉપર દક્ષિણ દિશામાંથી ઉત્તર દિશા તરફ ગમન કરવાની સાથે જ બાર રાશિઓ પૈકીની ધનુ રાશિમાંથી મકર રાશિમાં સ્થાનાંતરિત થાય છે. જીવ-પ્રાણી માત્રની સંપૂર્ણ સલામતીને આપણાં ઉત્સવનો અભિન્ન હિસ્સો બનાવીને સજગતા સાથે નિજાનંદ માણીએ અને ભારતીય પતંગો, સલામત માંજાની ફીરકી-દોરા, ચિક્કી, તલસાંકળી, દેશી બોરા, ખીચડો-ઊંધિયું આપણાં સ્થાનિય ઉત્પાદકો પાસેથી ખરીદ કરીને તેઓને આર્થિક સહયોગ કરીએ. [heritage india, indian heritage, museum visit, cultural heritage, living heritage, heritage conservation, indian architecture, royal, palace architecture, archaeology india, museology, historic places india, heritage walk, culture india, art and heritage, traditional architecture, public museum, india culture, heritage tourism, rajkot, gujarat, vibrant gujarat, royal family, uttarayan, makar sankranti, kites, kite festival]

An interactive hands-on workshop was held at the Rajkot Darbargadh Museum Darbargadh Rajkot as part of the Seminar–cum–Workshop on Conserving the Past: Techniques, Tools, and Transitions, organised by the Directorate of Archaeology and Museums, Western Circle, Rajkot. Architecture students from multiple states participated in a hands-on lime plaster workshop led by Mr Anupam Sah, (Director, Anupam Heritage Lab & Founder, Himalayan Society for Heritage and Art Conservation). The session focused on traditional materials and on-site conservation practices. Students also took a guided tour of the upcoming Darbargadh Museum. His Highness Thakore Saheb Mandhatasinhji Jadeja of Rajkot and Her Highness Rani Saheba Kadambaridevi Jadeja, along with Shri Mahima Champawat and Shri Niyati Shah, welcomed the participants on behalf of the museum team, with support from Shri Kamakshi Jadeja and Capt Jaydev Joshi. The visit brought together 60+ dignitaries, scholars, conservation professionals, practitioners, and students, leading to discussions on materiality, conservation, and living heritage. Such engagements reflect Rajkot Darbargadh Museum's focus on academic exchange and heritage education across disciplines and levels. [heritage india, indian heritage, museum visit, cultural heritage, living heritage, heritage conservation, indian architecture, royal, palace architecture, conservation workshop, archaeology india, museology, historic places india, heritage walk, culture india, art and heritage, traditional architecture, public museum, heritage professionals, india culture, heritage tourism, rajkot, gujarat, vibrant gujarat, royal family, kathiawar culture, saurashtra heritage] The Royal Family Of Rajkot Archaeological Survey of India Ministry of Culture, Government of India Ministry of Tourism, Government of India Gujarat Tourism Incredible India

Birthday greetings and best wishes to Rajkumari Mridula Kumari !!

A meaningful afternoon spent at the Rajkot Darbargadh Museum @darbargadh_rajkot as part of a site visit during the Seminar–cum–Workshop on Conserving the Past: Techniques, Tools, and Transitions by the Directorate of Archaeology and Museums, Western Circle, Rajkot. His Highness Thakore Saheb Mandhatasinhji Jadeja of Rajkot and Her Highness Rani Saheba Kadambaridevi Jadeja, Shri Mahima Champawat and Shri Niyati Shah welcomed the participants to the upcoming museum on behalf of the museum team along with the support of Shri Kamakshi Jadeja and Capt Jaydev Joshi. It was a pleasure to engage with an inspiring group of 60+ dignitaries, scholars, conservation professionals, and practitioners, representing different institutes and organisations, including Dr Pankaj Sharma (Director of Museums & Archaeology, Government of Gujarat), Dr Nizamuddin Taher (Ex-Director, ASI), Dr Ambika Patel (Head, Dept of Museology, Faculty of Fine Arts, MSU Baroda), Mr Anupam Sah (Director, Anupam Heritage Lab & Founder, Himalayan Society for Heritage and Art Conservation), Dr Siddha Shah (​​Superintending Archaeologist, Directorate of Archaeology and Museums, Govt of Gujarat), Ar Poonam Trambadia (Conservation Architect, Darbargadh Rajkot), Ar Ashish Trambadia (Conservation Architect, Darbargadh Rajkot), Mr Manikandan (Art Conservator, Darbargadh Rajkot) and many others from the workshop. The visit sparked conversations on conservation practices, materiality, and the future of living heritage—right within the walls of a space that continues to evolve from a royal residence to a public museum. [heritage india, indian heritage, museum visit, cultural heritage, living heritage, heritage conservation, indian architecture, royal, palace architecture, conservation workshop, archaeology india, museology, historic places india, heritage walk, culture india, art and heritage, traditional architecture, public museum, heritage professionals, india culture, heritage tourism, rajkot, gujarat, vibrant gujarat, royal family]