His Highness' Government, Jammu and Kashmir

His Highness' Government, Jammu and Kashmir

His Highness' Government, Jammu and Kashmir refers to Sir Hari Singh Bahadur (September 1895 – 26 April 1961), the last ruling Maharaja of the princely state of Jammu and Kashmir of the Dogra dynasty.

Hari Singh was the son of Amar Singh and Bhotiali Chib. In 1923, following his uncle's death, Singh became the new Maharaja of Jammu and Kashmir. After Indian Independence in 1947, Singh wanted Jammu and Kashmir to remain as an independent kingdom. He acceded to the Dominion of India to get the support of Indian troops against an invasion by tribal armed men and the Pakistan Army into his state. Singh remained the titular Maharaja of the state until 1952, when the monarchy was abolished by the Indian government. (Source Accessed June 2, 2026)