Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar is a prominent figure in the Indian royal lineage, have a look at his bio, parents, wife and net worth
As the 27th head of the Wadiyar dynasty, Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar carries a rich legacy and plays a significant role in preserving cultural traditions.
Who is Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja (YKC) Wadiyar, biography, age, family, parents, wife, education, job, history and net worth
31-year-old Yaduveer was born on 24 March 1992 in Bangaluru India to Pramoda Devi Wadiyar and Srikantadatta Narasimharaja Wadiyar. His paternal great-grandfather was Kanteerava Narasimharaja Wadiyar, adding to his illustrious lineage. He grew up surrounded by royal traditions and values, instilled by his grandparents Jayachamarajendra Wadiyar and Tripura Sundari Ammani.
On 27 June 2016, over a year after his appointment, Yaduveer Wadiyar married Trishikha Kumari Devi, daughter of Harshvardhan Singh and Maheshree Kumari.
With aunts including Kamakshi Devi Avaru and Vishalakshi Devi Avaru, Yaduveer was immersed in a world of cultural heritage and aristocracy from an early age. In 2016, Yaduveer married Trishika Kumari Devi, hailing from the erstwhile royal family of Dungarpur in Rajasthan. Their union further strengthened the ties between two historic lineages. In 2017, they were blessed with a son named Aadyaveer Narasimharaja Wadiyar.
Yaduveer pursued his education in Bengaluru by attending Vidya Niketan School and later the Canadian International School. He furthered his studies abroad by earning an undergraduate degree in English literature and economics from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. His educational journey provided him with a diverse perspective and equipped him with the knowledge to navigate both traditional and modern realms.
Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar career
The life of Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar took a significant turn when he was chosen as the successor to his great-uncle, Srikantadatta Wadiyar, who passed away in 2013 without naming a successor.
Following Hindu customs and family traditions, Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja was adopted by his great-aunt, Pramoda Devi Wadiyar, after consultations with family members and spiritual leaders. In 2015, he was anointed as the 27th head of the Wadiyar dynasty in a ceremony that marked the continuation of an ancient legacy.
Since assuming his role as the head of the Wadiyar dynasty, Yaduveer has been actively involved in preserving cultural heritage and promoting the rich traditions of Mysore. He has conducted numerous ceremonies and events, including the prestigious Dasara durbar, which symbolizes the royal connection with the people and honors Goddess Chamundi.
BJP which is known for pulling unexpected moves when choosing candidates, and Karnataka welcomed 25 new MPs to the party in the 2019 Lok Sabha election and people may see a couple of these before the next round of voting.
Senior BJP officials in the state have reportedly contacted Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar, a member of the former Mysuru royal family about running for the Kodagu-Mysuru Lok Sabha seat.
Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar’s net worth
Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar’s family is estimated to have a net worth close to INR 80,000 crore.