Tukoji Rao Holkar III

ModernEmperorIndia1890 — 1978

Last ruling maharaja of Indore, joined India.

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Quick Facts

Born

1890

Died

1978

Country

India

Era

Modern

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)36

Political (20%)44

Influence (20%)49

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)66

Strategy (15%)52

Total Score47.1

Tukoji Rao Holkar III — Complete Timeline

1947 AD

Accession of Indore to IndiaPolitical Action◆ Major

Tukoji Rao Holkar III, as the ruling Maharaja of Indore, signed the Instrument of Accession, merging the princely state with the Dominion of India. This decision ended Indore's sovereignty and integrated it into the Indian Union.

AccessionIndian UnionIndore

Impact: nationalconstructive

1950 AD

Construction of Holkar StadiumCultural

Tukoji Rao Holkar III oversaw the construction of the Holkar Stadium in Indore, a multi-purpose sports venue. The stadium hosted cricket matches and other events, contributing to the city's sporting infrastructure.

Sports InfrastructureIndoreHolkar

constructive

1971 AD

Abolition of Privy PursePolitical Action◆ Major

Following the Indian government's abolition of privy purses and princely privileges, Tukoji Rao Holkar III lost his official status and financial entitlements. This marked the end of the Holkar dynasty's formal political and economic power.

Privy PurseEnd of Royal PrivilegesIndore

Impact: nationaltragic