Hukam Singh (14 February 1927 â 17 March 2024) was an Indian politician who served as MLA from Jaisalmer from 1957 to 1967.
He was born on 14 February 1927 to Jawahir Singh, the Maharawal of Jaisalmer, and his wife, Kalyan Kanwar. His mother was the granddaughter of Ram Singh, the Maharao Raja of Bundi. Like his father and brother, Singh was educated at AjmerâÂÂs Mayo College. He subsequently attended Agra University, from which he graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Sanskrit.
He married, in 1948, Girdhar Kumari, a daughter of Virbhadra Singh of Dungarpur. By her, he had a son, Jitendra Singh, and a daughter, Divya Kumari. He played an important role in the merger of Jaisalmer with the Rajasthan Union to form Greater Rajasthan.
He served as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Jaisalmer for two consecutive terms from 1957 to 1967. He wielded considerable influence over the people of JaisalmerâÂÂso much so that even Congress leaders were unable to oppose him effectively. Recognising his influence, Congress leaders approached Singh and invited him to join the party, which he did during the 1962 Indian general election. From 1959 to 1969, he served as District Chief of Jaisalmer, during which time he laid the foundation for the prompt resolution of local issues and the development of the region. He also donated his honorarium to establish a collection of rare and unique books in the District Council Library.
He died at his residence, Mandir Palace, on 17 March 2024.