Idar

Idar is a town in the Sabarkantha district of Gujarat, India. It lies in the eastern part of the state and is known for its historical significance, including the local fortifications and temples that reflect the area’s long-standing heritage. The town served as the capital of the former princely state of Idar, which centered its administration around Idar and its surrounding territories.

Idar State was a princely state during the British Raj. It was one of the states organized under the Mahi Kantha Agency within the Bombay Presidency. The state encompassed a number of talukas in the region, with its seat of power in Idar. As with other princely states, Idar State maintained internal authority under a local ruler who acknowledged British suzerainty. The state acceded to the Indian Union after independence, and its territories were eventually incorporated into Bombay State, with the region becoming part of the newly formed state of Gujarat in 1960.

Today, the legacy of Idar is visible in its historical architecture, cultural traditions, and regional influence within northern Gujarat. The town and its surrounding areas continue to be part of Gujarat’s administrative and cultural landscape, reflecting a continuity from its princely past to its present governance.