New Commemorative: 200th Birth Anniversary of Sri Satguru Ram Singh Ji

The Government of India will issue commemorative coins with denominations of ₹200 and ₹10 to mark the 200th Birth Anniversary of Satguru Ram Singh Ji. The Ministry of Finance issued a gazette notification on June 3, 2019, confirming this coin.

Sri Satguru Ram Singh Ji (1816–1885) was a revered spiritual leader, social reformer, and the founder of the Namdhari (Kuka) movement. He championed non-violence, truthfulness, and purity of conduct, inspiring thousands to adopt a disciplined, ethical way of life. Satguru Ram Singh Ji strongly opposed British colonial rule and promoted Swadeshi practices long before they became part of the national freedom movement. He encouraged simple living, women’s empowerment, eradication of social evils, and unity among communities. His teachings continue to guide and influence the Namdhari community and countless followers across the world.

The metal composition of the ₹200 coin consist of a Quaternary Alloy consisting of 50% Silver, 40% Copper, 5% Nickel, and 5% Zinc. It will weigh 35 grams, measure 44 mm in diameter, and feature 200 serrations along its edge, reflecting the significance of the bicentenary. The ₹10 coin will be bi-metallic, with an outer ring made of Aluminium Bronze and an inner core of Copper-Nickel. It will weigh 7.74 grams, have a diameter of 27 mm, and come with a plain edge. The coin's description is as follows.  

Obverse: The face of the coin shall bear the Lion Capitol of Ashoka Pillar in the center with the legend "सत्यमेव जयते" inscribed below, flanked on the left periphery with the word “भारत” in Devanagari script and on the right periphery with the word “INDIA” in English. It shall also bear the Rupee symbol “₹” and denominational value in the international numerals below the Lion Capitol.

Reverse: This face of the coin shall bear the portrait of "Sri Satguru Ram Singh Ji," with the upper periphery bearing the inscription "श्री सतगुरु राम सिंह जी की द्वितीया जन्म शताब्दी" in Devanagari script. The lower periphery will feature "2nd Birth Centenary of Sri Satguru Ram Singh Ji" in English. The international numeral representation of the years "1816-2016" will be inscribed at the bottom of the portrait.

Interestingly, this commemorative coin release was originally proposed in 2016 to align with the actual bicentenary year. However, the coin appears to have been delayed in its issuance, with the formal notification arriving only now. The release is expected to be welcomed by collectors and admirers of Satguru Ram Singh Ji, whose legacy continues to inspire generations.

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