Darbhanga Raj’s Legacy to Echo Across Borders as Rajeshwar and Kapileshwar Singh Take Charge of Temple Revival Mission

Darbhanga: A new chapter has begun in the management of the historic religious legacy of the Darbhanga Raj, as Rajeshwar Singh and Kapileshwar Singh have formally assumed charge of the Kameshwar Singh Religious Trust, following the resolution of a 47-year-old property dispute and the demise of Maharani Adhirani Kamsundari Sahiba earlier this month.

On September 2025, the Darbhanga Civil Court brought an end to decades-long litigation by declaring the two brothers—sons of Kumar Shubeshwar Singh—as the lawful trustees of the trust. After officially taking charge, the young heirs sought blessings at the Maa Shyama, Maa Tara and Kankali temples in Darbhanga, reaffirming their commitment to preserving and revitalising the spiritual heritage established by Maharaja Kameshwar Singh.

108 Temples Across India, Pakistan and Bangladesh

Speaking about the trust’s vision, Yuvraj Kapileshwar Singh said that the Kameshwar Singh Religious Trust oversees a total of 108 temples, spread not only across India but also in Pakistan and Bangladesh. “The objective of the trust, since its inception, has been the protection and promotion of Sanatan Dharma. Many rulers who were unable to maintain their temples entrusted their Thakurbadis and properties to the Darbhanga Raj,” he said.

The brothers have now pledged to restore and rejuvenate all temples under the trust, including those located beyond India’s borders. In Varanasi alone, the trust manages four major temples.

Madheshwarnath to Be Developed as a Major Religious Hub

The first major focus of the trust will be the comprehensive development of the Madheshwarnath Temple complex in Darbhanga into a grand religious and cultural hub. While the renovation of the Tara Temple has already been completed, further work is underway to improve parking facilities, sanitation and overall infrastructure.

The plan is to transform the entire complex into a prominent pilgrimage and tourism destination in Mithilanchal, offering world-class amenities to devotees visiting from across the country and abroad. Beautification of the Rambagh and Gosavani Ghar premises has also been taken up on priority.

Administrative Reforms and Welfare Measures

Soon after taking charge, the trustees acknowledged existing shortcomings in the management of trust properties. Rajeshwar Singh, who had been residing in the United States for nearly three decades, has now returned to India to oversee the mission personally.

He said the honorarium of temple priests, currently inadequate in the present economic conditions, will be revised to ensure a dignified livelihood. In addition, the trust will initiate legal action to reclaim encroached lands and ponds, which will help increase revenue and ensure smooth functioning of temple affairs.

Restoring Heritage to Its Former Glory

Expressing emotional attachment to the Gosavani Ghar—the cultural and spiritual nucleus of the Darbhanga royal family—Rajeshwar Singh recalled that several family rituals, including his childhood ceremonies, were held there. The historic structure, now in a dilapidated condition, is undergoing restoration at a war footing.

“The aim is to restore the grandeur of the Darbhanga Maharaj era while integrating modern technology,” he said. Repair of staircases, repainting of old buildings and aesthetic upgrades are being carried out to revive the historic complex and preserve it for future generations.

With this renewed commitment, the Darbhanga Raj’s religious and cultural legacy is set to resonate once again—not only across Mithilanchal, but also beyond national boundaries.