Tukoji Rao III Holkar was the Maharaja of Indore State in central India between 1903 and 1926.
Tukoji was born in 1890, the son of Shivajirao Holkar, Maharaja of Indore. His father abdicated in on 31 January 1903, whereupon Tukoji became Maharaja. As he was only 13 years old, a council of regency was appointed, which lasted until he came of age. On 6 November 1911, at the age of 21, Tukoji was invested with ruling powers and the regency was ended.
Tukoji completed his education from the Daly College, Indore and ICC, Dehradun. In 1911, Tukoji attended the coronation of George V of the United Kingdom in London.
Tukoji was a popular and well-respected ruler. He was known for his kindness and generosity. He also made significant contributions to the development of Indore State. He built schools, hospitals, and roads. He also established a number of industries in the state.
However, Tukoji’s reign was also marked by some controversy. In 1925, he was involved in a scandal involving an affair with a married woman. The scandal led to a loss of public support for Tukoji, and he was forced to abdicate in favor of his son, Yashwant Rao Holkar II, in 1926.
After his abdication, Tukoji lived in France for most of his remaining years. He died in Paris in 1978 at the age of 87.
Tukoji Rao III Holkar was a complex and controversial figure. He was a popular and well-respected ruler, but he was also involved in some scandals. He made significant contributions to the development of Indore State, but his reign was also marked by some setbacks.
Despite his flaws, Tukoji Rao III Holkar remains an important figure in the history of Indore State. He was a significant figure in the development of the state, and his legacy continues to be felt today.