Maharaja of Panchmahal

The Maharaja of Panchmahal was the hereditary ruler of the princely state of Panchmahal in present-day Gujarat, India. As a princely state, it was semi-autonomous under British colonial rule, with the Maharaja serving as the local sovereign responsible for governance, administration, and cultural affairs within his territory. The title reflects a position of aristocratic authority and honor, but was subject to the overarching authority of the British Crown until Indian independence in 1947. The Maharaja played a key role in regional politics and development, and his legacy remains part of Gujarat's historical heritage.