Mummadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar's cultural contributions lauded
University of Mysore Vice-Chancellor N.K. Lokanath on Wednesday highlighted the immense cultural contributions of Mummadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar, describing him as a multifaceted scholar and patron of the arts.
He was speaking at the inauguration of a seminar on 'The Cultural Contributions of Krishnaraja Wadiyar III', held at JSS College for Women, here.
Prof. Lokanath noted that Mummadi Wadiyar was widely celebrated for his intellectual prowess and bore several honorific titles, including 'Kavijana Kamadhenu' and 'Kannadada Bhoja.' He added that the erstwhile ruler of Mysuru had deep knowledge in diverse fields such as theatre, visual arts, dance, painting, and wrestling.
'Mummadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar was not only a connoisseur of the arts but also a generous patron who encouraged and supported artists from across the country,' the Vice-Chancellor said.
A prolific writer, Mummadi Wadiyar authored around 58 books in both Kannada and Sanskrit. His mastery in painting is evident in his work 'Sri Tattva Nidhi,' a richly illustrated text that reflects his artistic vision, he said.
Several of his literary and artistic works have been published by the Oriental Research Institute (ORI), a constituent of the University of Mysore. Efforts are also underway to bring more of his unpublished works to light, the V-C said.
The keynote address was delivered by D.P. Madhusudhanacharya, director of ORI. B. Niranjana Murthy, assistant director of the JSS Mahavidyapeetha College Education Division, along with other dignitaries, was also present on the occasion.
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