Tribute to Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar on Her 300th Birth Anniversary
30th May, 2025
Malwanchal University, in collaboration with Index Group of Institutions and Police Thana Khudel, solemnly commemorated the 300th birth anniversary of Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar by organizing a Jan Kalyani Parv. The event served as a respectful tribute to one of India’s most exemplary women leaders, whose contributions to governance, religion, and public welfare remain timeless. Highlights of the event included a student-led art exhibition portraying significant episodes from Ahilyabai Holkar’s life, and an academic discussion that explored her role in preserving Sanatan Dharma, promoting spiritual values, and undertaking large-scale temple restoration projects across India.
In his address, Dr. Lokeshwar Singh Jodhana, Registrar of Malwanchal University, emphasized the relevance of Ahilyabai Holkar’s life to the youth of today. He described her as a visionary leader whose governance was characterized by justice, compassion, and devotion. Under her rule, the Malwa region flourished as a center of culture, learning, and spiritual rejuvenation. Dr. Jodhana expressed pride in the university’s location in the historical heartland once nurtured by Lokmata Ahilyabai, affirming that her ideals continue to inspire academic and civic values at Malwanchal University.
The event also featured an awareness session conducted by officers of Police Thana Khudel, including Station In-Charge Karni Singh Shaktawat, focusing on women’s safety and the legal support systems available to them. Students were informed about critical emergency helpline services such as 1090, 181, and 108, and the role of One-Stop Crisis Centers in offering 24×7 support to women in distress. Distinguished attendees included Dr. R.C. Yadav,Dr. Suparna Ganguly, Dr. Rajendra Singh, Dr. Rajiv Srivastava, Dr. Ganga Dubey, and Dr. Shubham Singh, along with faculty members and students. Through this tribute, Malwanchal University reaffirms its commitment to preserving India’s cultural legacy and promoting values of service, leadership, and empowerment embodied by Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar.
