2012 - Madan Mohan Malaviya | Commemorative Coin

The 5th commemorative coin for the year 2012 was released on occasion of 150th Birth Anniversary Madan Mohan Malaviya.

Madan Mohan Malaviya (1861–1946) was a prominent Indian educationalist, freedom fighter, and a key figure in the Indian independence movement. Renowned for his commitment to Hindu nationalism, he earned the honorary title of 'Mahamana' later in life.

Serving as the President of the Indian National Congress on four occasions, Malaviya's enduring legacy lies in being the visionary founder of Banaras Hindu University (BHU) in Varanasi in 1916. BHU, one of Asia's largest residential universities and among the world's largest, boasts a diverse student body of over 12,000 across arts, sciences, engineering, and technology. Notably, he also held the position of Vice Chancellor at BHU from 1919 to 1938.

Pandit Malaviya played a pivotal role in the establishment of Scouting in India and left an indelible mark on journalism by founding the highly influential English newspaper, The Leader, in 1909.

Recognizing his monumental contributions, on his 150th birth anniversary in 2011, Indian Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh announced the establishment of a Centre for Malviya Studies at BHU. Additionally, scholarships and education-related awards were instituted in his memory, and a biography of Madan Mohan Malaviya was released by the UPA chairperson.

Beyond his contributions to education and journalism, Malaviya served as the Chairman of Hindustan Times from 1924 to 1946. Under his leadership, the Hindi edition of the newspaper was successfully launched in 1936, a testament to his dedication to promoting vernacular journalism and reaching a wider readership.

Madan Mohan Malaviya's multifaceted contributions have left an enduring impact on India's educational landscape, the media industry, and the broader socio-political fabric of the nation. His life and work continue to be celebrated as an integral part of India's history and cultural heritage.


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