Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar is the Maharaja of Mysore. Born in 1992, he studied in Bengaluru and the United States, earning a degree in Economics and English from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. He is the head of the Wadiyar family and the custodian of Mysore State. In 2024, Yaduveer entered politics and became a Member of Parliament (MP) for the Mysore constituency, representing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He is known for his efforts to preserve Mysore's cultural heritage, manage royal traditions, and support charitable trusts associated with the Wadiyar family.In this episode, Vinamre and Yaduveer discuss:- Surprising rituals still practiced and what happens in the Darbar- His life before and after becoming the Maharaja and an MP of Mysore- The role of a Maharaja in modern India and the influence of social media- His vision for his empire as a Maharaja and a political leader- The significance of traditions and culture in today’s world- The rich history of Karnataka and the Vijayanagar Empire- If you’re curious about what it’s like to be a king in India in 2024, don’t miss this episode.If you’re curious about what it’s like to be a king in India in 2024, don’t miss this episode.
Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

02:55 - His approach to political life as a member of a royal family

05:28 - Holding a private darbar: the rituals and traditions they still follow

11:05 - The curse of the old lady and the Doctrine of Lapse

13:39 - Why traditions and culture are most important now

17:37 - Surprising rituals that most people don’t know

22:13 - Visiting the royal palace as a child

26:28 - Using social media after ascending the throne

30:43 - Conducting oneself as a politician and maintaining personal space

36:10 - Handling hate and criticism

39:26 - Experience of being an MP at a young age

42:45 - The great history of Karnataka

48:30 - Inspirational Roman Empire

52:39 - What he does for fun

55:17 - The Mysore Pak stereotype

56:30 - Goals as an MP of Mysore

59:21 - The coffee-drinking culture

1:03:35 - Conclusion

1:06:15 - Tour of The Mysore Palace

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