ABOUT
A Multifaceted Public Presence
“Balancing a 1,500-year legacy with a modern, global outlook—empowering communities through culture, leadership, and service.”
Biography & Personal Philosophy
As the 77th Custodian of the 1,500-year-old House of Mewar,
Dr. Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar seamlessly weaves centuries of tradition with a modern, global perspective. Rooted in Udaipur’s cultural heritage and educated around the world, he engages audiences as a warm, accessible leader whose “chaotically creative energy” is driven by purpose and service.
Professional Profile
Heritage Custodian & Cultural Ambassador
Dr. Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar safeguards the legacy of the House of Mewar—advocating for religious harmony, preserving historic landmarks and fostering cultural tourism across India.
Entrepreneur & Hotelier
As Chairman and Managing Director of The Lake Palace Hotels & Motels Private Limited, he pioneers heritage-luxury hospitality infused with modern sustainability and community empowerment.
Public Speaker & Thought Leader
A nine-time Guinness World Record achiever and TEDx presenter, Dr. Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar delivers transformative talks at international summits, universities and government forums.
Philanthropist & Youth Advocate
Dr Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar is a distinguished philanthropist and achiever whose work through GGGN (Giving for the Greater Good of the Nation) advances the welfare of countless individuals. He upholds a 150-year-old Mewar tradition of girls’ education by fully funding an entire government school for girls in Udaipur. To date, his educational initiatives have impacted thousands of students, creating a stress-free learning environment at Maharana Mewar Public School and Maharana Mewar Vidya Mandir by blending academics with arts, crafts, music, and robotics.
Values & Legacy
Embodying the courage and resilience of Maharana Pratap, Dr. Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar translates heritage into measurable impact through the following initiatives:
- Education & Scholarship Program (2019–Present): Through the Maharana Mewar Charitable Foundation, awards 200 scholarships each year to girls from underprivileged backgrounds, creating pathways to higher education and leadership.
- Women’s Empowerment & Hygiene Initiative (2022): Funded and distributed sanitary kits to 10,000+ underprivileged girls in five rural districts.
- GGGN COVID-19 Relief (2021): Partnered with 15 NGOs to distribute over 500,000 meal kits across Rajasthan, directly supporting more than 25,000 families during the pandemic’s peak.
- Largest Tree-Planting Marathon (2017): Mobilised local youth and volunteers to plant 21,058 saplings in 40 minutes, igniting a community-wide environmental movement in Udaipur.
- Religious Harmony & Community Festivals: Sponsors Udaipur’s annual interfaith cultural festival, uniting communities to celebrate shared heritage and mutual respect.
Through these focused efforts—environmental stewardship, food security, girls’ education, tourism development and interfaith engagement—Dr. Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar ensures Rajasthan’s rich legacy remains a living force for positive change.
Credentials & Recognitions
Dr. Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar’s achievements span academia, social service, cultural advocacy and leadership roles:
Academic Honours
- Honorary Doctor of Literature (D.Litt.) for cultural preservation, social welfare, education and sustainability (Ajeenkya DY Patil University, Pune, 2025)
- Honorary D.Litt. for social work (Mohanlal Sukhadia University, Udaipur, 2022)
Major Awards & Recognitions
- Honoured at the Pratibha Samman Ceremony (Bhamala Foundation, Mumbai) by the Governor of Maharashtra (2024)
- Rajasthan Gaurav for state service and individual achievement (2022)
- Inducted as the youngest member of the Rajasthan Governor’s Advisory Board (2022)
- Felicitated for philanthropic initiatives—including Guinness World Records—and social services by the Governor of Rajasthan (2021)
- Felicitated as a Covid-19 Warrior by the Governor of Maharashtra (2020)
- Alumni Award for Social/Environmental Responsibility (Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School, Australia, 2019)
- Bharat Gaurav Award at the UK House of Commons for inspiring India’s youth (2019)
- Other awards include felicitations by FHRAI, MICE Awards, National Tourism Awards and various commemorative recognitions for his extensive philanthropic work
Cultural & Public Engagements
- Chief guest for “Ragamala – Pictures for All Senses” exhibition (Museum Rietberg, Zurich, 2024)
- Speaker at TEDx events: Heritage Girls School & IIM Udaipur (2022); IIM Ahmedabad (2023); TEDxDPS Gurgaon Youth (2024); TEDxIIMAhmedabad (2024)
- Chief guest at the launch of Dr. Norbert Peabody’s edition of Tod’s Annals and Antiquities of Rajasthan (Brunei Gallery, SOAS, University of London, 2023)
- Elected Honorary Fellow of the Royal Asiatic Society of Great Britain and Ireland)
Leadership & Ambassadorships
- Brand Ambassador: The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), Taj Group of Hotels
- Managing Committee Member, Hotel & Restaurant Association of Northern India
- Executive Committee Member, Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Association of India
- Member, Indian Heritage Hotels Association
- Advisor, Imperial Chamber of Commerce & Industry
- Honorary Member & Chair, Tourism Sub-Committee (2020–21), Udaipur Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Together, these honours reflect his sustained commitment to nation-building, cultural preservation, education and social welfare.
