Historic Name Restoration for Maharaja College in Ara
Maharaja College in Ara has officially reclaimed its original name. The institution will now be known as Maharaja Bahadur Ram Ranvijay Prasad Singh College. This decision comes directly from Veer Kunwar Singh University administration.
Royal Request Sparks Change
Man Vijay Singh of the former Dumraon Raj family formally requested the name restoration. He approached university officials with a proposal to honor the college's founding legacy. Acting on this request, VKSU Vice-Chancellor Shailendra Kumar Chaturvedi approved the change.
The university issued a formal notification recently. All future academic documents will reflect the restored name. This includes degrees, mark sheets, and official records.
Preserving Educational Heritage
Man Vijay Singh welcomed the decision enthusiastically. He emphasized that this restoration honors the founder's original vision. "This move preserves the institution's complete legacy," he stated. "It represents more than symbolism. This action pays tribute to the region's educational heritage."
College teacher Ramendra Kumar provided historical context. He confirmed that until the year 2000, academic documents carried the full name. "The restoration maintains our cultural and intellectual history," Kumar explained.
Founder's Legacy Remembered
The college has a rich history dating back to 1954. Late Maharaja Kamal Singh established the institution. He served as Shahabad MP at that time. The college was created in memory of his father, Maharaja Bahadur Ram Ranvijay Prasad Singh.
Maharaja Kamal Singh donated fifteen acres of land for the college campus. Over subsequent decades, official records gradually shortened the name. The institution became commonly known as "Maharaja College" in administrative documents.
Academic Community Responds
VKSU Vice-Chancellor Shailendra Kumar Chaturvedi confirmed implementation details. "The correction will be uniformly implemented across all academic records," he assured. The university will ensure consistency in all official documentation.
Senior history teacher Wakaru Jama called the decision "long overdue." He noted that this restoration strengthens the institution's respect for regional identity. "This action properly acknowledges our historical roots," Jama commented.
Student Perspectives
Students at the college have welcomed the name restoration. Postgraduate student Anjali Kumari expressed her approval. "This change gives our academic credentials a distinct identity," she said. Another student, Rohit Singh, shared similar sentiments.
"The restored name deepens our connection to Ara and Dumraon history," Singh explained. Students recognize the importance of historical continuity in their education.
Broader Support and Recognition
Members of the royal family have praised VKSU's decision. Sumer Vijay Singh, a Dumraon royal family member, offered his perspective. "Educational institutions must protect their roots while moving forward," he stated.
Local educationists have also endorsed the name restoration. They view this as a positive step toward preserving regional educational history. The decision has generated widespread appreciation across the academic community.
The name change represents a significant moment for the institution. It reconnects the college with its founding principles and historical legacy. This restoration ensures future generations will recognize the complete history behind their alma mater.
