This royal city of Udaipur is saddened by the loss of Arvind Singh Mewar, the 81-year-old descendant of Maharana Pratap, who passed away after a prolonged illness. In the position of the authorized custodian of the Mewar royal legacy, he played a significant role in preserving the originality of the heritage and tradition of one of India’s most iconic royal families.
Arvind Singh Mewar was born on December 13, 1944. He was the second son of Maharana Bhagawat Singh Mewar. Throughout his life, he was committed to safeguarding the cultural and historical heritage of Mewar, He had served in the position of Chairman of the HRH Group of Hotels, overseeing the preservation and expansion of the city palace and other heritage properties. Under his mentorship, Udaipur gained global recognition as an exclusive tourist destination.
Who will succeed him now?
With the unfortunate passing of Arvind Mewar, the question of succession arises. As the custodian of the vast estate of Mewar, his leadership ensured the dynasty’s cultural heritage. Coming to his succession, here is the list of potential successors.
- Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar: the son of Arvind Singh Mewar, who was actively engaged in heritage conservation and tourism.
- Dhuni Dharshan Singh Mewar: son of Mahendra Singh Mewar, Arvind Singh’s elder brother, who was previously involved in a legal dispute over the family estate.
The estate and legal disputes
The actual estimated net worth of the Mewar royal family, under Arvind Singh Mewar’s custodianship, is believed to be around ₹10,000 crore ($1.2 billion). This includes revenues from heritage tourism, hospitality, and real estate.
The Mewar Royal family has endured internal disputes over property division in the past. With his elder brother Mahendra Singh Mewar’s passing in 2024, and now Arvind Singh in 2025, the matter of succession could spark fresh legal and familial matters.
As Udaipur bids adieu to the guardian of royal traditions, all eyes now turn to the future of the Mewar dynasty, who would carry forward the legacy of Maharana Pratap.