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A Heritage Archive

Nautamlal Mehta-Kamdars

The word “Mahatma” for Mohanlal K Gandhi (Gandhiji) was first coined by Nautamlal Mehta-Kamdar — NOT Rabindranath Tagore or any other.

documents proving that nautamlal mehta was the one who gave gandhiji the title of mahatma
Original Historical Evidence
Nautamlal kamdar mehta
Nautamlal B. Mehta
Jetpur · Freedom Fighter

WELCOME TO

Nautamlal Mehta-Kamdar Family of Jetpur

History and their contribution into Indian freedom from the British

This May be the Only website in the World where you will see More Documents, Proof, and evidence, Very Little or NO subjective or creative writing because Our documents speak for themselves.

Note: We could have hired a book writer, a film producer, or a journalist very comfortably to make more drama with lots of publicity. But it is not in our background. And it is never needed because every document speaks for itself with a few lines. It is a matter of your sense, your logic, and judgment. I don’t want our golden truth to be polluted.

600 yrs

18 generations of documented lineage

5

Family members imprisoned, incl. two women

1930

Stood firm in the British Goods Boycott

5500

Hindus & Muslims sheltered in Burma, WWII

Why are famous historians, journalists, or media not discussing this precious historical matter?

We have already conducted extensive research, and all the authentic evidence is available on our website. Therefore, we do not need creative or subjective writing to fill up pages by hired authors. Even if you search on Google, you won’t find a website with such profound historical evidence presented objectively like ours. If you hire a media company by spending money, everyone will soon write about our national heritage.

Golden heritage of "Bharatiya Sanskar for the World"

Niranjan M. Mehta, the grandson of Nautamlal B. Mehta
Niranjan M. Mehta

Grandson of Nautamlal B. Mehta

“With profound respect, I dedicate www.NautamlalMehta.com to my grandfather, my father, and my two uncles for their immense sacrifices made for Bharat Mata (Mother India). Despite hailing from one of the wealthiest families in Gujarat, they devoted themselves to the cause of independence for many generations. They viewed their actions as a karmic duty rather than a sacrifice.”

“Vande Mataram.” · “Sarva Mangalam.”

Heritage

Key Highlights

First to coin 'Mahatma'

Nautamlal B Mehta was the first to call Gandhiji 'Mahatma,' not Tagore or anyone else. Compelling evidence supports this claim.

Nautamlal Kamdar mehta family tree

600 Years of Heritage

Kamdar-Mehta family tree is one of the oldest documented families in the world, spanning 18 generations over approximately 600 years.

Nautamlal kamdar mehta

Documented Legacy

More documents, proof, and evidence than any other family website — because the documents speak for themselves.

I am Niranjan Manilal Nautamlal Mehta. I was born into a genuine Gandhian heritage, hailing from a family committed to Gandhian principles since 1900. I found reading books solely authored by Mahatma and Mahadev Desai essential and engaging in research to express a Gandhian history, as my life has been profoundly intertwined with the heart, mind, and body of the Gandhian way of living and mindset.

My work at www.nautamlalmehta.com serves as a testament to my dedication.

My great-grandfather, Bhagwanji Narbheram, has maintained a connection with the Indian National Congress since its inception in 1885. My grandfather, Nautamal Bhagawanji Mehta, was notably active in the Surat Congress, which experienced its first split between Tilak and the moderate Gokhale and Rasbihari Ghose in 1907.

My grandfather, Nautamlal Bhagawanji Mehta, profoundly understood Mahatma Gandhi and his vision. He actively embodied Mahatma Gandhi’s vision and mindset, choosing not to remain confined to the ashram, but surrendering and sacrificing his inherited 600-year-old business and wealth for the cause of India’s independence. He inspired all his children and grandchildren to embrace the identity of free Bharatiyas, upholding the core values of Sanatan Dharma and Jainism, with humanity being paramount. All Gandhian leaders aspired to govern India free from foreign domination and dependency.

My grandfather Nautamal’s three sons, Manilal ( My father), were nearing the completion of his medical studies but opted to forgo his degree. His other son, Moolshankar, devoted his entire life to the Gandhian movement, advocating for India’s independence. He graduated from Ferguson College in Poona and was incarcerated four times, enduring severe injuries to his head during the “Dandi March.” The third son, Vajubhai, spent his entire life in Myanmar. During the Second World War, he and Manilal rescued over 5,000 Hindus and Muslims from chaos, looting, and violence amid the conflict between Japanese Buddhist followers and pro-British Hindus and Muslims. My father and uncle surrendered their millions $$$ dollars to save Hindus and Muslims. All documented and with evidence.

They neither sought publicity nor exploited their connections. This text represents valuable historical material belonging to the esteemed family of Nautamlal B. Mehta from Jetpur. The family has made significant contributions. They viewed their actions as a karmic duty rather than a sacrifice. The noble sacrifices made by Manilal and Vajubhai, two brothers, exemplified their commitment to “Mahanta” and “Atma Sarpan,” which translates to sacrificing with nobility and grace. They accepted their challenging circumstances with extraordinary dignity and composure, refraining from highlighting their sacrifices.

  1. Nautamlal Mehta was the first to refer to Gandhi as “Mahatma,” rather than Rabindranath Tagore.
  2. Five members of his family were imprisoned for their contributions to India’s struggle for freedom, including two women.
  3. They remained steadfast during the British Goods Boycott of 1930, undeterred by the potential consequences of their actions for their business interests.
  4. During World War II, in the Pyapon region of Burma, brothers Manilal and Vajubhai sheltered 5,500 Hindus and Muslims within their mill, protecting them from a large-scale massacre.

We could have engaged a book writer, film producer, or journalist to dramatize and publicize our historical material; however, such an approach would contravene our values and is unnecessary, as the documents speak for themselves with just a few lines. This historical material is invaluable to India’s rich heritage and can only be fully appreciated by those who profoundly understand Bharatiya Sanskar. Ultimately, recognizing its significance rests on discernment, logic, and judgment.

I must express my gratitude to my wife, Veena, and my two spirited daughters, Anjali and Riddhi, who have made extraordinary contributions, without which I would not have achieved this milestone. I am also thankful to the United States of America, my adopted motherland, for offering the necessary resources and understanding to fulfill my aspirations.

“Vande Mataram.” (Bow to my Motherland- India-USA)

“Sarva Mangalam.” (God protect all living beings and help them progress)