Former Indian cricketer Ajay Jadeja has been announced as the next Jam Saheb of Nawanagar, also known as Jamnagar, a princely state in Gujarat. The decision was confirmed in a formal statement by the current Maharaja Jam Saheb of Nawanagar, Shatrusalyasinhji Digvijaysinhji Jadeja, who is cousin of Ajay Jadeja’s father.
In a letter shared by news agency ANI, Shatrusalyasinhji expressed his happiness over Ajay’s acceptance to be his heir. “The festival of Dussehra is believed to mark the day the Pandavas emerged victorious from exile. Today, on Dussehra, I am equally happy, as I have found a resolution to one of my dilemmas thanks to Ajay Jadeja, who has accepted to be my heir,” the Maharaja stated.
Shatrusalyasinhji further added, “Ajay Jadeja taking up the responsibility of serving the people of Jamnagar is truly a boon for its people. I express my sincere gratitude to him.”
Ajay Jadeja, who comes from the royal family of Nawanagar, has a storied connection to cricket. His ancestors, K. S. Ranjitsinhji and K. S. Duleepsinhji, are legendary figures in Indian cricket history, with the prestigious Ranji Trophy and Duleep Trophy named in their honor. Now, alongside his illustrious cricket career, Ajay Jadeja is set to take on the mantle of the royal responsibilities in Jamnagar.
All the best, Ajay Jadeja!
