The Incredible Journey of Dr. Dayaram Parmar: From a 12-Anna Wage to the Corridors of Power

In the quiet village of Mahuwal, nestled in the tribal belt of Mewar and Vagad, a story began eight decades ago—one that would inspire generations to come. Born on April 7, 1945, into a modest farmer’s family, Dayaram Parmar didn’t inherit privilege or power, but what he did possess was a relentless will, a hunger to learn, and an unshakable commitment to serve.

Young Dayaram’s classroom was a humble primary school in Sarera, and his early education came at the cost of hard labor. For just 12 annas a day, he toiled on dusty roads to afford second-hand books. With calloused hands and determined eyes, he walked miles each day from Mahuwal to Chhani, just to complete his high school education.

But books weren’t his only companions. At the tender age of 19, while still a student of Class 10, he stepped into public life, and on February 2, 1965, he was elected unopposed as the Sarpanch of his village—marking the beginning of a political journey destined for greatness.

From village leadership to academic pursuit, he wore many hats with grace. As Sarpanch, he continued his studies, earning a Master’s degree from Mohanlal Sukhadia University, Udaipur. Later, he would go on to achieve a Ph.D. in Jain Philosophy in 2008—an intellectual milestone that complemented his public persona.

His political path ascended further when he became Pradhan of Kherwara Panchayat Samiti in 1981, and just four years later, in 1985, he won his way to the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly as an Independent candidate. From 1985 to 2003, he served continuously, and in 1999, he was appointed as a Minister in the state cabinet. He returned as MLA in 2008, again serving in a ministerial role, and since 2018, he has remained the voice of Kherwara in the Assembly.

Dr. Parmar’s life is not just a biography—it is a symbol of transformation, a narrative of resilience. From lifting bricks to lifting policies, from dusty lanes to legislative debates, he has walked every step with the same humility and determination.

As he turns 80 on April 7, 2025, Dr. Dayaram Parmar stands not just as a political figure but as a living legend, a torchbearer of tribal upliftment, and a man whose life reminds us all that greatness isn’t born—it’s earned, one struggle at a time.

And as he humbly thanks the people of Kherwara for their unwavering support, the region reciprocates with pride, gratitude, and love—for a son who rose from their soil and gave them a legacy.