Discover an extensive list of some of the most significant landmark events in the life of Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III. Delve into the rich tapestry of history as we present you with a compilation of momentous occasions that shaped the legacy of this visionary ruler. Explore the triumphs, challenges, and transformative moments that marked Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III’s reign, leaving a lasting impact on his subjects and beyond. Prepare to embark on a fascinating journey through time, immersing yourself in the remarkable life of this revered figure in history.
1863: 11 March, a boy named Gopalrao was born at Kalvane, Nashik
1875: 27 May, Maharani Jamnabai (widow to Khanderao Gaekwad) adopted Gopalrao (Sayajirao) & sat him at Gadi
1877: Honored with title of ‘Farzand-i-Khas-i-Daulat-i-Inglishia’
1877: Biological father of Sayajirao, Kashirao Gaekwad died
1880: 6 January, Married to Chimnabai I (Laxmibai)
1881: 28 December, Issued full governing power to Sayajirao
1883: 3 August, Eldest son Fatehsinhrao was born
1885: Inauguration of Ajwa Water Works
1885: 7 May, Death of Maharani Chimnabai I (Laxmibai)
1885: 28 December, Married to Chimnabai II
1887: 29 May, He was taken to Europe due to ill health for his treatment
1887: Honored with title of GCSI
1888: 2nd son Jaysinhrao was born
1890: Established Kalabhavan (now Senapti Bhavan Building)
1890: 3rd son Shivajirao was born
1890: Lukshmi Villas Palace was built & became the Royal Residency of Gaekwads
1892: Daughter Indiraraje was born
1892: Election campaigning was started for Baroda
1893: 4th Son Dhairyashilrao was born
1894: Bapat Commission
1895: Bapat Nirdosh pan Nokri ma Hajar n kari lidha
1896: Viceroy Elgin’s visit to Baroda
1896: Vedokt Vidhi performed at Rajmahal
1898: Riots of Pilwai
1898: Death of Maharani Jamnabai Gaekwad
1899-1900: Chappanio Dukad (Drought)
1900: Curzon Circular
1901: After 50 years of Babashahi Currency, new Kaldar currency was introduced
1902: For Election’s, Gaam Panchayats were established
1903: Visited Delhi Durbar on occasion of Rajyabhishek of King Edward XVII
1904: 4 February, Yuvraj Fatehsinhrao was married to Yuvrani Padmavatidevi
1904: Justice & Executive Departments were separated
1904: Child Marriage was banned
1904: Sayajirao III elected as president of Hindi Sansar Sudhara Council
1904-1905: Visit to China, Japan & America & met President Roosevelt
1905: Beginning of co-operative societies
1906: Elected as president of Hindi Industrial Council at Kolkata (Calcutta)
1906: Compulsory Primary Education in State
1907: Legislative Assembly was established to give advice to the Government
1907: Full State responsibility was given to Sayajirao III. Ropya Mahotsav was celebrated
1908: Bank of Baroda was established
1908: 29 June, Pratapsinh Gaekwad was born
1908: 14 September, Death of Fatehsinhrao Gaekwad
1909: Viceroy Lord Minto visits Baroda
1910: Death of King Edward XVII
1910: Met Emperor of Japan
1910: Library was introduced
1911: Laid foundation of Patan Water Works
1911: Laid foundation of Male Training School’s building
1911: 12 December, Visited Delhi Durbar on occasion of Rajyabhishek of King George V
1912: Bhadran Water Works was inaugurated
1913: Marriage of Prince Jaysinhrao
1913: Marriage of Princess Indiraraje
1913: Marriage of Prince Shivajirao
1914: Friendly states like England, Russia & France announced fight with Germany & Austria-Hungary
1914: Baroda’s first Co-operative council was inaugurated by Maharaja
1914-1918: Helped British Government by proving an aid of Rs 1 Crore for Maha-Yuddha (World War I)
1915: Patan Water Works & Dormitory was established
1916-1917: State Prajamandal was established
1917: Death of Shri Anandrao Gaekwad
1918: Honored with Title of GCSI
1918: Marriage of Raj-poutri (daughter) Indumatiraje
1918: Spreading of Influenza in Baroda State
1918: Maha-Yuddha (World War I) ended
1919: Lord Chemsford’s visit to Baroda
1919: 24 November, Death of Shivajirao Gaekwad
1919: Foundation of Goya-Gate Railway Workshop
1919: 10 November, Death of Padmavatidevi
1921: Prince of Wales on visit to Baroda
1922: Marriage of Prince Dhairyashilrao
1923: 27 August, Death of Prince Jaysinhrao
1924: Maharaja Sayajirao as Chancellor of Banaras Hindu University & delivered Chancellor’s address.
1926: Foundation of Kirti Mandir
1926: Silver Jubilee Celebrations of Sayajirao’s rule (11-14 January)
1926: Sayajirao III visits his native place – Kalvane, Nashik
1926: Viceroy Lord Reading’s visit to Baroda
1926: Port Okha was inaugurated
1926: Shri Pilajirao Orphange was established
1928: Navsari Water Works was established
1929: Lakkadiya Heem
1929: 4 January, Marriage of Yuvraj Pratapsinh to Yuvrani Shantadevi
1930: Pratappura Lake was established
1930: Viceroy Lord Ervin’s visit to Baroda
1930: 2 April, Birth of Shrimant Pratapsinhrao’s child
1931: Naming ceremony of the child. The child was named – Shrimant Fatehsinhrao
1932: Viceroy Lord Willingdon’s visit to Baroda
1933: Inauguration of The Indian Oriental Conference
1933: 71st Birthday of Sayajirao was celebrated throughout Baroda State
1933: Became President of All Faiths Conference at Chicago
1934: Gnyati Traas Nivaran nibandh pasar
1934: Sanyasdiksha niyamak nibandh pasar
1934: Ganot niyaman pasar
1934: Death of Shri Sampatrao Gaekwad
1935: Established Golden Jubilee Science Institute
1935: 27 May, Celebrations of 60 years of Rule of Sayajirao III
1936: 1-12 January, Hirak Mahotsav was celebrated
1936: Viceroy Lord Willingdon invited as the guest during Hirak Mahotsav
1936: 5-6 January, Science Institute was established
1936: 24 February, Kirti Mandir was established
1936: 13 March, Inauguration of the statue – ‘Sinhasan seated Maharaja (Sayajirao seated on the throne)’ by Maharaja of Bikaner near Railway station & it marked the end of Hirak Mahotsav
1936: 11 April, Trip to Europe
1936: Rule of Compulsory Physical Education for all
1936: Became President of Vishwadharm Parishad Bethak (World Religious Conference) at London
1937: Made strict rules for the abolishment of Child Marriages.
Heavy fine was imposed & those found guilty were jailed
1937: 8 May, Ranjitsinh Gaekwad was born
1938: 31 October, Returned to Mumbai from the tour of Europe
1939: 6 February, Death of Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III
*Info collected from books