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New Viceroy of India, Lord Hardinge and Lady Hardinge receive a warm welcome upon landing at the Apollo Bundar, Bombay (Mumbai) India. Date: 1910
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New Viceroy of India, Lord Hardinge and Lady Hardinge receive a warm welcome upon landing at the Apollo Bundar, Bombay (Mumbai) India. Date: 1910
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A Moment of Triumph: The Arrival of Lord and Lady Hardinge in Bombay, India, 1910 In the winter of 1910, a new era began in the British Raj as the esteemed Charles Hardinge, the Earl of Cricklade, and his gracious wife, Lady Hardinge, set foot on Indian soil for the first time as the new Viceroy and Vicereine of India. The couple's arrival at the Apollo Bundar in Bombay (now Mumbai) was a grand spectacle, marking the beginning of their six-year tenure as the most prominent representatives of British rule in India. The quayside was a bustling scene of excitement and anticipation as the crowd gathered to welcome the new Viceroys. The air was filled with the vibrant colors and sounds of India, as local dignitaries, British officials, and common people alike came together to pay their respects. The sun cast a warm glow over the harbor, reflecting off the shimmering waters of the Arabian Sea. Lord Hardinge, dressed in full regalia, and Lady Hardinge, elegantly attired in an exquisite sari, stood proudly on the deck of the ship, waving to the crowd as they disembarked. The scene was a testament to the enduring power and influence of the British Raj, as well as the rich cultural tapestry of India. The arrival of Lord and Lady Hardinge at Apollo Bundar marked the beginning of a new chapter in the history of British colonialism in India. Their time in office would be marked by significant political and social changes, including the establishment of the Indian National Congress and the Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms, which paved the way for greater Indian self-rule. This photograph captures a moment of triumph and transition, as the new Viceroys were welcomed with open arms to their new home in India.
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