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MAHARANI GAYETRI DEVI :

Gayatri Devi (23 May 1919 − 29 July 2009), often styled as Maharani Gayatri Devi, Rajmata of Jaipur, was born as Princess Gayatri Devi of Cooch Behar. She was the third Maharani of Jaipur from 1939 to 1970 through her marriage to HH Maharaja Sawai Man Singh .

 Ethnically Bengali her father, Prince Jitendra Narayan of Cooch Behar, West Bengal, was the younger brother of the Yuvraja (Crown Prince). Her mother was Princess Indira Raje of Baroda, the only daughter of Maratha King, Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III, an extremely beautiful princess and a legendary socialite.

 Gayatri Devi studied at Glendower Preparatory School in London,[3] Patha Bhavana of Visva-Bharati University, Shantiniketan,[4] and later in Lausanne, Switzerland, where she travelled with her mother and siblings, then studied secretarial skills in London School of Secretaries; Brilliantmont and Monkey Club London.

 She married Sawai Man Singh II Bahadur on 9 May 1940.

 Maharani Gayatri Devi (as she was styled after marriage) was a particularly avid equestrienne. Maharani Gayatri was an excellent rider and an able Polo player. 

 She was a good shot and enjoyed many days out on 'Shikars'.

 Gayatri Devi had one child, Prince Jagat Singh of Jaipur, late Raja of Isarda, born on 15 October 1949, who was granted his uncles's (father's elder brother) fief as a subsidiary title. Jagat Singh was thus half-brother to Bhawani Singh of Jaipur.

 Gayatri Devi was once included in Vogue magazine's Ten Most Beautiful Women list.

 Gayatri Devi started schools for girls' education in Jaipur, most prominent of which is the Maharani Gayatri Devi Girls’ Public School established in 1943.[7] She also revived and promoted the dying art of blue pottery.she was also known as kutti(little) devi.

Political Career:~

After Partition and Independence Day in India in 1947, Gayatri Devi ran for Parliament in 1962 and won the constituency in the Lok Sabha in the world's largest landslide, winning 192,909 votes out of 246,516 cast,[8] confirmed by the Guinness Book of Records. She continued to hold this seat on 1967 and 1971.

 The Maharani developed gastric problems in London and was admitted to a hospital there.

 She was being treated for gastric disorder at the King Edward’s Hospital in London and had expressed her desire to return to Jaipur. Gayatri Devi was flown in an air ambulance to Jaipur. She was admitted at Santokba Durlabhji Memorial Hospital (SDMH) on 17 July 2009. She died on 29 July 2009, reportedly due to lung failure.

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Roya History of : ~ CoochBehar(Part-VI)

Maharaja Jitendra Narayan Bhupbahadur [Rajshak 404-413 || 1913-1922 A.D.] : 23rd Maharaja:

Maharaja Jitendra Narayan was the second son of Maharaja Nripendra Narayan. He was born on 20th December 1886 A.D. at Cooch Behar palace.

 During his childhood he took lessons under British home tutor. 

 In 1900 he left for England and got admitted to Itan School. After finishing his studies over there he took admission in Edinburrow University. He returned back to Cooch Behar after completion of his studies.

 Jitendra Narayan paid visit to his ailing brother Maharaja Rajendra Narayan who was under treatment in London.

 At that time Maharaja of Baroda along with his daughter visited London and proposed marriage between his daughter Indira Devi and Jitendra Narayan to Rajmata Suniti Devi and Maharaja Raj Rajendra Narayan.

 With their consent Jitendra Narayan married Indira Devi at the Backingham Palace Hotel on 25th August 1913.

 On the sixth day after that wedding, Maharaja Raj Rajendra Narayan passed away on 1st September 1913 A.D.

 Since Maharaja Raj Rajendra Narayan passed away leaving back no descendant of his own, Jitendra Narayan ascended the throne of Cooch Behar in 1913.

 At that time a fierce war broke out in England. Impact of that war was also felt at Cooch Behar. Rice and other food items were exported from Cooch Behar and that led to food shortage at the home-state.

 Price rose high. Then Maharaja Jitendra Narayan increased the salary of government employees. He also provided enough aids and grants to his subjects. He sent more helps for the war.

 Maharaja Jitendra Narayan was very clever and a subject-loving king. He was a skilled hunter. His younger brother Victor respected him and helped him in royal administration.

 In memory of Maharaja Nripendra Narayan, a statue was built and established at the capital by Maharaja Jitendra Narayan. That statue of Maharaja Nripendra Narayan was brought from London and a beautiful portrayal of art.

 Maharaja Jitendra Narayan thus administering the state peacefully fell sick. At last he breathed his last on 20th December 1912 A.D. at London. A son named Jagatdipendra Narayan was born to him in 1915.

Maharaja Jagaddipendra Narayan [Rajshak 427-461 || 1936-1970 A.D.] : 24th Maharaja:

Maharaja Jagaddipendra Narayan was the eldest son of Maharaja Jitendra Narayan and Indira Devi. 

 He was born on 15th December 1915 A.D. at the Cooch Behar palace.

 In his childhood he took lessons under home tutor.    After that for higher studies he was admitted at Hehro at London in 1927. Thereafter he got admitted to Cambridge University in 1929. While studying at Hehro he attained army training.

 Returning back to India he joined the 7th Indian Cavalry at Bolaram of Hyderabad and received higher army training.

 After that he joined the Honorary Military Training Course at Dehradun.

 Maharaja Jagaddipendra Narayan ascended the throne on 6th April 1936 A.D. The state was administered by Regency Council till he attained adulthood (i.e. from 1922 to 1936 A.D.).

 Rajmata Indira Devi was the President of Regency Council. After ascending the throne Maharaja Jagaddipendra Narayan himself looked after state administration. He was a generous & dutiful king.

 Maharaja Jagaddipendra Narayan was a good sportsman. He was the captain of the Calcutta Team in the match between Calcutta Cricket Team and Indore Cricket Team held in 1943. He was very good in the game of Polo.

 In memory of his father Maharaja Jitendra Narayan e set up a medical institution in Cooch Behar. 

 He was a famous hunter.

 Maharaja Jagaddipendra Narayan used to be part of those hunting teams and hunt the protected forest areas of Patlakhawa, Takoamari, Gorpad, Bhalka Shalbari for Royal Bengal Tiger, Rhinoceros and other beasts. Maharaja Jagaddipendra Narayan also hunted in the jungles of Assam.

 Maharaja Jagaddipendra Narayan carried out the state administration through the State Council. He was the President of the State Council.

 Maharaja himself was the Super of the State Military Department which had two branches namely State Infantry and Narayan Guard.

 In 1956 Maharaja married Geogina May Narayan in England. She was a British lady and educated in History at the Cambridge University. Maharaja Jagaddipendra Narayan obtained no child.

 On 20th August 1948 Maharaja Jagaddipendra Narayan in an agreement merged the state with the Dominion Government of India.###pic 1###

 Thereafter Cooch Behar was transformed into Central Administered State. Maharaja Jagaddipendra Narayan obtained annual amount of eight lakhs & fifty thousand as his privy purse.

 At last on 1st January 1950 Cooch Behar was incorporated within West Bengal state of the Indian Dominion.

 Maharaja Jagaddipendra Narayan was left as stateless King. He was deeply felt.###pic 2###

 Indian Government restored his royalty with due dignity. Even after he was addressed as "His Highness Maharaja Bhupbahadur" and treated with the prestigious royal formality.  

 Once while playing Polo at Jaipur, Maharaja Jagaddipendra Narayan fell back from his horse. His rib-bone got broken. He was taken to London for medical treatment.

 At last on 11th April 1970 Maharaja Jagaddipendra Narayan breathed his last at Calcutta. His body was brought to Cooch Behar the next day by the Maharaja of Jaipur, Maharaja of Kota and Maharaja's nephew Birajendra Narayan.

 On behalf of West Bengal Government, the Commissioner of Jalpaiguri Division and Deputy Commissioner of Cooch Behar received his body.

 Maharaja was shown military honor at the airport. 

 His body was taken to the palace and kept there for the visitors and subjects paying their respect.

 At afternoon his last rites were carried out on the bank of river Torsha to the west of Rani Bagan in the Cooch Behar town.

 Thus a 471 years old kingdom and royalty established by Maharaja Chandan dated back in 1510 A.D. came to a end and the royal sovereignty of Cooch Behar got washed away by Democracy.  

Roya History of : ~ CoochBehar(Part-V)

Maharaja Nripendra Narayan Bhupbahadur [Rajshak 354-402 || 1863-1911 A.D.] : 21st Maharaja :

When Maharaja Narendra Narayan passed away in 1863 A.D., as per will of the Maharaja his ten month child-son Nripendra Naryan was crowned in as the next king of Behar.

 At first the state administration was looked after by Queen Kamteswari, Brindeswari and Nistarini Eye Devi since Maharaja Nripendra Narayan was only a child.

 Later the power of administration was handed over to the Commissioner appointed by the British Governor General.

 Colonel Hawton was appointed as the Commissioner of Behar in 1864 A.D.

  Maharaja Nripendra Narayan stayed in Cooch Behar for five years. In 1868 A.D. he was sent to Baranasi for learning. There he took lessons till 1872 A.D.

  After that he was schooled in Patna Collegiate School for six years while staying at Bankipur. He learned riding and hunting over there.

  On the occasion of the crowning-in of Queen Victoria in 1877 A.D., Maharaja Nripendra Narayan was invited at the Delhi Durbar.

   In 1878 A.D. Maharaja Nripendra Narayan married Suniti Devi, daughter of famous Keshab Chandra Sen of Kalikata. Immediately after marriage he left for England for higher studies.

   There he strted learning under Sir Benjamin Simson and Mr. Kelar.

   Thereafter he toured to Italy, Germany, Austria, France, Bulgaria and other countries.

   Maharaja Nripendra Narayan returned back to Behar on 3rd March 1879 and got admitted in Presidency College to study Law. He studied Law in that College till 1881.

   In 1883 A.D. Maharaja Nripendra Narayan was old enough to assume the authority of administering the state and ceremoniously he ascended the throne.

   Thereafter he engaged himself in state affairs.

   For higher studies in his state he established the Victoria College (now A.B.N. Seal College) in 1888. There was opportunity of studying M.A. and Law in that college under Kalikata/Calcutta University.

  Famous educationist and intellectual Acharya Brajendra Nath Seal was the Principal of that college.

  Maharaja Nripendra Narayan constructed a Brahma Mandir (temple for the Brahmas) in 1888 A.D. and granted lease of land for 30 years.

 In 1883 he constructed Nripendra Narayan Hall in Jalpaiguri city and in 1887 granted land for the construction of the Lewis Jubilee Sanitarium in Darjeeling. In 1889 Anandamoyee Dharmashala (religious rest-house) & adjacent Madan Mohan Temple were constructed in the city of Cooch Behar. 

  The present Palace in Cooch Behar city was constructed in 1887 during Maharaja Nripendra Narayan. He engaged Mr. F. Barkli as the chief engineer to construct the palace.

  Maharaja Nripendra Narayan was the architect of modern city of Cooch Behar.

  He built buildings for administrative purposes like High-court, Judge-court, Treasury Commissioner Office, School Inspector Office, Police Office, S.D.O. Office, Registration Office and others. All the old beautiful buildings surrounding Sagardighi portray Maharaja's immortal building-ability.

   After a few days that rail-line was tranformed into meter-gauge line. Present temple of Madan Mohan was constructed during his time and the deity of Lord Madan-Mohan was transferred to that temple from the temple adjacent to the royal palace. 

 British Government conferred the title of "Grand Commander of Most Eminent Order" to Maharaja Nripendra Narayan.

   Maharaja Nripendra Narayan was a famous athlete. He had many best quality horses. He used to win in almost every horse race.

   In 1886 Maharaja Nripendra Narayan constructed pilkhana (elephant shed) at Cooch Behar for 52 elephants. He constructed many roads, hospital and schools to cater to the service of his subjects. In the name of his queen he set up a girls school named as "Suniti College" in 1881 which was later named as "Suniti Academy". 

  While administering the state so smoothly, Maharaja Nripendra Narayan fell sick in 1911 A.D. He was taken to England for treatment. Over there Maharaja Nripendra Narayan passed away on the 18th September of 1911 A.D.

Maharaja Raj Rajendra Narayan [Rajshak 402-404 || 1911-1913 A.D.] : 22nd Maharaja:

Rajendra Narayan, eldest son of Maharaja Nripendra Narayan, was born at Woodsland Palace of Calcutta on 11th April 1882 A.D.

 During his childhood he took lessons under a British female home tutor. When he was a boy of 11 years, he was sent to "Lordmayo" college at Ratputna for studying.
 He was much attentive in his studies; turned out favorite to his class-mates; participated in sports. He had special inclination towords Engineering. It was of great pleasure/fun to him in playing games of fake war & capturing fort.
 Maharaja Nripendra Narayan sent Rajendra Narayan to England for studying in 1894. There he got admitted to the "Preparetory" School of Mr. Castor and schooled for three years. In 1897 he got admitted to "Itan". 
 Studying over there for three years he took admission in Oxford University in 1900 A.D.
 Completing his studies at Oxford, Rajendra Narayan returned back to India and helped his father in carrying out state proceedings. During that time he received military training at "Caded Core".
  After his father Maharaja Raj Rajendra Narayan ascended the throne of Cooch Behar in 1912 A.D.
  He carried out proceedings as per his father's will. He was very close to his mother and heeded with great respect.
 During his stay in England, Maharaja Raj Rajendra Narayan got chest-injury while playing game and from then on he felt acute pain in his chest. That turned out to be the cause of a type of depression for the Maharaja because of which he didn't get married.
  After ascending the throne Maharaja Raj Rajendra Narayan looked after the developments of his state
 Maharaja Raj Rajendra Narayan visited London along with Suniti Devi for medical treatment when his illness aggravated to much extent.  There he received treatment under Dr. Rijin Russel. 
 At that time on the other hand, his younger brother Jitendra Narayan married Indira Devi, daughter of Maharaja Gaikoard of Baroda, in London.
 Maharaja Raj Rajendra Narayan passed away on the midnight of 1st September 1913 A.D.
 His brother Victor Nityendra Narayan was with the Maharaja during his last moment. Maharaja Raj Rajendra Narayan’s last rites were carried out in London and his corpse-ashes were brought back to and buried at Cooch Behar.

Royal History of :- CoochBehar(Part-IV)

Bijendra Narayan [Rajshak 266 || 1775 A.D.] : 16th Maharaja :

Son of Dewan am Narayan who was murdered by Dhairjendra Narayan) as the new king of Behar. 

Maharaja Bijendra Narayan was taken back to Chekakhata in Bhutan. It became hard for child Bijendra Narayan to bear the climate of the mountains and falling sick breathed his last. The Bhutias then totally brought the Behar kingdom under them. They built forts at Gitaldaha, Baladanga, Manduamari & other places and stationed soldiers over there. 

Bhutan army commander Zimpe himself stayed at the Behar fort under tight security of strong soldiers detained around the palace.

In that way the Bhutias captured the entire kingdom of Behar.

Maharaja Dharendra Narayan started ruling Behar in presence of the dejected exMaharaja Dhairjendra Narayan. Maharaja Dharendra Narayan passed away in 1775 leaving behind no son to succeed.


Maharaja Dhairjendra Narayan [Rajshak 266-274 || 1775-1783 A.D.] : 17th Maharaja (second term) :

When Maharaja Dharendra Narayan passed away in 1775 leaving behind no son to succeed him, on the request of Najirdeo, Khasnabis and other high-ranking officials, Maharaja Dhairjendra Narayan ascended the throne for the second time.
 His attention towards royal administration lessened.
 In case Khasnabis used to present him capital & clothing, Maharaja Dhairjendra Narayan distributed the same among the poor & needy. He used to accept nothing for his consumption or personal luxury.
 After a few days Maharaja Dhairjendra Narayan set off on pilgrimage.
 Maharaja used to tour around on foot and spend the night under trees. On his journey Raja Baidyanath, king of Dinajpur, met the Maharaja and presented him gifts. But Maharaja Dhairjendra Narayan distributed those kinds among the poor people.
 In the meantime Maharaja Dhairjendra Narayan earned another son who was named as Harendra Narayan. Maharaja donated a lot in connection to the birth of the new prince.
 Maharaja Dhairjendra Narayan fell sick afterwards.
 At that stage the Maharaja passed a will according to which his son Harendra Narayan would be the next king of Behar and adjoining Chaklas (regions).
 Maharaja passed away in 1783 A.D.
 Administration & Judicial System :~
During Maharaja Dhairjendra Narayan there was a single judicial court for trial of all types of cases of the kingdom.
Trade & Commerce :~
  Every year approximately ten thousand Mone salt, (one Mone = 40 Kg.) two/three thousand Mone molasses and small amount of iron were imported. Traders used to buy approximately on lakh Mone tobacco,  ten thousand Mone Mustard-seed and opium from different hats (market places) and collected the same at the ports of Mogolhat & Debiganj.
 State Condition :~
    At that time people were in a wretched condition due to the continuing internal & external friction of Behar kingdom. They had no security. For an Anna (paisa) they could have rice, salt, oil, fish, chilly etc. for a day's food. 
 Saints of that period :~
    A group of saints appeared that time. They lent out money and recovered twice to thrice of that amount. A saint named Narayangiri acquired extensive power.
 Dacoits during that period :~
   During that period among other regions of Behar kingdom Rangpur and Dinajpur were much infested by dacoits. Bhavani Pathak, Majun Saha and others were notable dacoits of that time. 

Maharaja Harendra Narayan [Rajshak 274-331 || 1783-1840 A.D.] : 18th Maharaja:

When Maharaja Dhairjendra Narayan passed away in 1783 A.D., it was time for infant Harendra Narayan to be sworn in as the next king.

 As per Maharaja Dhairjendra Narayan's will until Harendra Narayan matured enough to look after the administration, Rajmata would direct the state administration. But Sachinandan Mustafi, Shivprasad Mustafi, Rupchandra, Bishnuprasad Bakshi, Joygobinda Lahiri and other high ranking officials discussed and hinted at the conclusion that Najirdeo was planning to crown in his son on the Behar throne.

 Maharaja Harendra Narayan acquired outstanding knowledge in Pershi, Bengali and Sanskrit. 

  He also mastered the art of painting and music. He expertised in horse riding, elephant riding, shooting, mechanics and other subjects. In that way when Maharaja reached his adulthood surpassing his childhood, he grew up into a bright, handsome looking king. His intelligence and skills attracted everyone.

  By that time proposal for His marriage was counter for. Maharaja Harendra Narayan married the daughters of Jadunath Ishore and Padmanath Karjee. Through majestic arrangements his wedding was carried out amidst pomp and glory.

  At last in 1799 A.D. Maharaja Harendra Narayan was allowed to run the state independently by the British Governor General.

    His notable Achievements :~

@ Sagar Dighi:

            In 1807 A.D. the famous Sagar Dighi (big pond/lake) was excavated by Maharaja Harendra Narayan and a temple of Lord Shiva (Hiranyagarbha Shiva Temple) was constructed on the western side of the Dighi.

@ Vetaguri Palace:

     In 1813 A.D Maharaja Harendra Narayan built a beautiful palace at Vetaguri in place of the worn-out old palace at Behar capital. People shifted in Vetaguri from the old town of Behar. Maharaja entered the palace on the auspicious day of Ratha Yatra (a Hindu festival).

 @ Palace & Temple at Dhaluabari:

       Maharaja Harendra Narayan built another palace at Dhaluabari. 

   Maharaja Harendra Narayan's Literary side : ~

Maharaja Harendra Narayan had literary blend of mind. He composed many books like "Brihatdharma Puran", "Upakatha", "Skandha Puran", "Rajputra Upakhan", "Krishna Yogsar", "Ramayan Sundar Kanda" & "Mahabharat Oishik Parba"

  Maharaja Harendra Narayan passed away in Baranasi on 16th Jaistha 1246 Bangabda  (1840 A.D.). 

Maharaja Shibendra Narayan [Rajshak 331-338 || 1840-1847 A.D.] : 19th Maharaja: 

 After Maharaja Harendra Narayan his son Shibendra Narayan ascended the throne in 1840 A.D. New currency were issued in his name his crowning in was celebrated with great enthusiasm.Maharajadonated lands as bhusampatti for Madan Mohan temple and to many Brahmins on that occassion.
Maharaja Shibendra Narayan established a sabha (system) known as "Dharma Sabha" for trying cases of his subjects. 
Maharaja Shibendra Narayan used to look daily after state matters for some time. After that he used to discuss religion and shastra (Hindu principles) with Brahmins & intellectuals.
At evening he used to spend his time in watching & listening to dance & music. He used to provide allowance/stipends to his near ones like Rajmata, brothers and other relatives regularly.
Maharaja Shibendra Narayan married daughter of Bajradhar Karjee of Chapgur Gram and daughter of ex-Jowar Brajendra Narayan Chowdhury.
 Maharaja Shibendra Narayan started ruling peacefully. His subjects lived in peace and flourished under able administration of Maharaja. 
 In 1843 A.D. Maharaja Shibendra Narayan completed the Shiva Temple at Dhaluabari started by Maharaja Harendra Narayan. Maharaja Shibendra Narayan installed idol of 'Sidhanath Shiva' over there and donated properties for the worship.
 He was also genius in music and dance.He composed many Shakta (in praise of Lord Shiva) songs. 
 Creation of apex Appeal Court : ~
 In 1842 A.D. Maharaja Shibendra Narayan established the apex Appeal Court for trying Dewani, Faujdari and Revenue cases. Dewan Kalicharan Lahiri and Eshanchandra Mustafi were appointed judges of that court. Maharaja himself occasionally used to chair the Judge's seat and tried cases. After discussing with judges and intellectuals he used to announce verdicts.
 Maharaja Shibendra Narayan fell sick at Baranasi. In spite of treatment by doctors, his illness aggravated gradually and he grew weaker day-by-day. Finally he breathed his last in 1847 A.D. at Baranasi.


Maharaja Narendra Narayan [Rajshak 338-354 || Bangabda 1254-1270 || 1847-1863 A.D.] : 20th Maharaja:

 When Maharaja Shibendra Narayan passed away in 1847 A.D., child Narendra Narayan was staying with his father at Baranasi. Over there he was crowned in next to his father as the Maharaja of Behar before returning back to the capital. Maharaja Narendra Narayan was then only 6 years old.

 Kalichandra Lahiri was then the Dewan of Behar.
 After discussing with Rajmata (mother-Queens) Kamteswari and Brindeswari Devi, Dewan took Maharaja Narendra Narayan to Krishnanagar for imparting education to the Maharaja. 
 Narendra Narayan was intelligent. Within a few days he gathered knowledge in Sanskrit grammar, literature, smriti and other subjects. After returning back to Behar he continued his studies in European style.
 In 1860 A.D. Maharaja Narendra Narayan took up state's administration in his own hand. He was an intellectual, well-judged able administrator with fine character. Under his rule Behar kingdom flourished increasing state's income to much extent and his subjects lived peacefully.
 Maharaja Narendra Narayan had interest for education. For the first time he arranged for modern education system in Behar. He established Jenkins School in 1859 A.D. within Behar city to impart English lessons and high studies. At that time there was no High School in that region. After setting up that school students of not only Behar but of entire Uttarbanga (North of Bengal) were prized with such opportunity of high studies.
 Maharaja Narendra Narayan initiated the system of  stamp-paper in 1861 A.D. From then onwards use of stamp-paper came in vogue.
 Maharaja Narendra Narayan constructed many broad roadways and built bridges to facilitate transportation system for people of Behar. He also took up medical arrangements for his subjects.
 In 1862 A.D. Maharaja Narendra Narayan obtained a son  who was named as Nripendra Narayan. 
 But soon the Maharaja fell sick. 
 Narendra Narayan's health deteriorated day-by-day and at last he breathed his last in 1863 A.D. at a age of only 22 years. People of Behar were grief stricken at the demise of their dear King.

Royal History Of :~ CoochBehar(Part-III)

Maharaja Upendra Narayan [Rajshak 205-254 || 1714-1763 A.D.] : 11th Maharaja :

On being sworn in as new king all commanders and royal courtiers paid loyalty to Maharaja Upendra Narayan. Maharaja issued currency in his name.

During that time king of Bhutan started extending his realm towards the plains. Bhutan King used to rule the mountain areas and no plain was under his jurisdiction. When he tried to invade the plains, he had to fight Maharaja Upendra Narayan on many occasions. But Maharaja Upendra Narayan could do little to resist him.

Maharaja Upendra Narayan was sonless. For that reason he adopted Deena Narayan, child son of dewan Satya Narayan. Maharaja loved him very much.

Maharaja Upendra Narayan appointed Shatananda Goswami of Murshidabad as Rajguru (royal teacher/ spirited one or path finder). After the death of Shatananda his son Ramananda Goswami became the next Rajguru.

During his time land measure of Behar kingdom was carried out. Some of his notable royal courtiers were Haradeb Khasnabis, Jaydeb Darbar Khan, Raghupati Rai, Chakrapani Jamdaria, Hareswar Karjee, Jagadish Karjee, Bireswar Karjee and Baleswar Karjee. The royal posts were Sardar, Aswayar, Kayastha, Nayeb, Ukil, Bakshi, Shikdar, Khannabish, Khas Dewaniya, Hisabnabis, Oyakkanabis, Patowari, Basunia, Tahasildar, Daptaria, Pujari, Kirtania, Patra, Bhandar Thakur, Chowdhury, Majumdar, 
Amin, Muhuri, Gomasta, Dalai, etc.

During his time there was an widespread earthquake (11th October, 1737 A.D.).

In the meantime his second queen gave birth to a male child. He was named Debendra Narayan. The Prince was only 4 years old when Maharaja Upendra Narayan breathed his last in 1763 A.D. 


Maharaja Debendra Narayan [Rajshak 254-256 || 1763-1765 A.D.] : 12th Maharaja:

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After the demise of Maharaja Upendra Narayan, his son Debendra Narayan ascended throne of Behar at a minor age of four. During his time administration of the state totally broke down. The Bhutias started to spread out their kingdom encroaching the Behar regions.


Every year the Bhutia ruler of Buxa Duar and other important Bhutia heads used to visit Behar till Chekakhata. Their hospitality was looked after by the Dewan of Behar. The Bhutia used to offer presents to the Behar Maharaja in kinds and in return the Maharaja used to pay double the price of those gifts. 


At that time a Brahmin (Hindu priest) named Rati Sharma resided in Balarampur. Maharaja Debendra Narayan was then 6 years old and one day he was playing with other children on the side of Padma Pukur (pond) on the southern side of the palace. There was a temple at that spot. That day Rati Sharma appeared over there suddenly and beheaded Maharaja Debendra Narayan with a sharp word.


Thus Maharaja Debendra Narayan was murdered in 1765 A.D.


During this time on 12th August 1765 Bangadesh (then consolidated Bengal) came under the jurisdiction of British East India Company. Khajna (rent) of Boda, Patgram, Panga and other chaklas (regions) under the Maharaja of Behar had to be paid to East India Company from then onwards.


Maharaja Dhairjendra Narayan [Rajshak 256-261 || 1765-1770 A.D.] : 13th Maharaja:


After the death of Maharaja Debendra Narayan, Najir Rudra Narayan decided to make his nephew Khagendra Narayan the next king. But high ranking courtiers & kings men like minister Gouriprasanna Mustafi, khasnabis Gouriprasad and others did not support such decision. At last based on united decision, Dhairjendra Narayan, cousin of Debendra Narayan (son of his eldest uncle Kharga Narayan who was also the dewan), was crowned in as the king of Behar. 


Maharaja Dhairjendra Narayan issued coins in his own name.


In the meantime Debraj, king of Bhutan, felt sorry coming to know from his spies about the assassination of Maharaja Debendra Narayan.


During this time many regions like Jalpeswar, Mandas, Jalash, Lakshmipur, Santarabari, Maraghat, Bholka and others went under the grip of the Bhutias. All those regions were under Behar kingdom. By that time Maharaja Dhairjendra Narayan married Kamteswari Devi and other five maidens. After some time Maharaja obtained his son Dharendra Narayan.


At that time of all royal courtiers Maharaja Dhairjendra Narayan used to trust Ram Narayan the most. Ram Narayan was the Dewan as well as the eldest brother of Dhairjendra Narayan. 


At first Dhairjendra Narayan expressed his inability to be present at the party. At that point the Bhutias informed the Maharaja that in his absence they would also not attend the said party and would boycott the same. At last Maharaja Dhairjendra Narayan agreed to join the party. 


Maharaja Dhairjendra Narayan was taken back to Bhutan capital Punakh.

Maharaja Rajendra Narayan [Rajshak 261-263 || 1770-1772 A.D.] : 14th Maharaja:

Debraj, king of Bhutan, imprisoned Maharaja Dhairjendra Narayan and crowned in Rajendra Narayan (Dhairjendra Narayan's second elder brother) as the next Behar king. After ascending the throne Maharaja Rajendra Narayan appointed Hareswar Karjee as the dewan and Jadunandan as the treasurer. But practically the Maharaja had no power in administering the state. Virtually Bhutan royalty's representative Pensuthma was the administrator of the kingdom.

Even he along with the Rajmata (mother-queen) had to live upon the income from his personal farm though Pensuthma used to grant little for their living. In that way two years passed away. By that time Rajendra Narayan got married. Tragically on the fifth day after his marriage Rajendra Narayan suffered severe fever and breathed his last in 1772 A.D.


Maharaja Dharendra Narayan [Rajshak 263-266 || 1772-1775 A.D.] : 15th Maharaja:

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Maharaja Rajendra Narayan died in 1772 leaving behind no son to succeed him. Taking this opportunity in order to acquire the throne Baikuntha Narayan conspired with Bhutan king's representative Pensuthma. Pensuthma confiscated the royal throne, scepter & umbrella and kept in the Madan Mohan temple under heavy guard of Bhutia soldiers.


On the other side, Najirdeo Kashinath Lahiri, Gosaijideo discussed with the Queen and decided to enthrone Dharendra Narayan (son of Maharaja Dhairjendra Narayan) as the Behar king. 


Najirdeo held the royal umbrella over the Maharaja. Coins were issued in the name of Maharaja Dharendra Narayan.


After that Bhutan army commander Zimpe invaded Behar capital and captured the kingdom. Thenafter he enthroned Bijendra Narayan 16th Maharaja.