Tales Of A Modern-Day Princess: Gauravi Kumari

In a world where royals often exist as historical relics, Princess Gauravi Kumari stands as a living testament to a new-age royalty that actively shapes the future.

(P.S: If you don’t know her already, you might have noticed her in the Instagram pictures posted by Dua Lipa on New Years Eve.) 

Daughter to Diya Kumari, Rajasthan’s Deputy Chief Minister, Princess Gauravi is not just a royal heiress but a Princess with a purpose, steering the legacy towards social impact and cultural preservation. The PDKF Store, an embodiment of their commitment, is a retail haven that showcases the meticulous craftsmanship of local women. The headquarters of the Princess Diya Kumari Foundation (PDKF) are within the walls of Badal Mahal, where she starts her day. Every purchase from this store contributes to the foundation’s initiatives that uplift marginalized communities, celebrate cultural heritage, and empower women.

Gauravi, armed with a degree in Communication and Media Studies from New York University, returned to her roots with a mission. Mornings are dedicated to engaging with local women artisans, discussing craft revival techniques, and orchestrating product launches that blend tradition with contemporary aesthetics.

The modern-day Princess shares multiple snippets of her days with her 205K followers on Instagram.

Recently, in collaboration with global fashion icon Ralph Lauren, Princess Gauravi co-hosted a gala dinner and auction at the resplendent City Palace. The event, a confluence of heritage and high fashion, exemplified Gauravi’s dedication to bridging tradition with the modern world.

As Rajasthan’s cultural custodian, Princess Gauravi is not merely a royal figure; she’s a cultural catalyst, ensuring that heritage and tradition are not confined to history books but resonate in the vibrant, living heart of Jaipur.