I am Himmat’s elder brother, Onkar Singh Marwah (Lefroy 1950-52)…. I am deeply touched and sincerely thankful to all Himmat’s friends and well-wishers who have written so feelingly and affectionately about him at his unfortunate demise on 18-05-2012.
Himmat (Raju to his family) was my ‘baby’ brother – I had coddled him as a babe-in-arms – he grew big and strong and hulking – now I must perform the sad and terrible duty of immersing his ashes in the holy Ganga (due to visa delays his son could not return from the USA in time for the Chautha). No heavier burden have I been called upon to bear…
Himmat had been unwell for some years, bore his illness and failing health bravely and stoically…we did all that was humanly possible and medically available…but God moves in mysterious ways….
We have been enlivened and warmed by the many reminiscences of his friends and colleagues. He was a lucky person to have had so many good friends!
On behalf of all the remaining Marwahs I convey our sincere and humble gratitude to all who have sent their condolences on Himmat’s passing away.
In sincerety and humility,
Onkar Marwah
I.A.S.(retd.)
Uday Singh Jubbal
: Himmat Marwah Yesterday at 12:20pm : Shocked beyond words to hear this SHATTERING news of dearest Himmat’s untimely demise.I was a friend of nearly 50 years as we were in Bishop Cotton School & Hindu College in the same class.Himmat,you will be deeply missed by all…………..
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Himmat Marwah (Raju) was an old and dear friend. His bed was next to mine in Lefroy 6th Form dorm. We shared a study in the school hospital during study leave for the SCs. We trained for the ‘Super Heavy Weight’ for inter house boxing. Got scrapped as we were the only two super heavy weights in school. Would have been an unfair advantage to Lefroy house. Were relieved as we did’nt have to bash up each other. Memories !!! Met him in Dec 2011 at his house for a Lefroy House ‘do’. Went to meet him on 10 Feb 2012 while he was in the ICU in hospital in Gurgaon. Knew he was not going to be with us long. Spoke to his brother Onkar Singh (Lefroy) this morning. My heartfelt condolences to Onkar, his sister Mala, his wife and children. Gaube please convey my condolences to your sister. RIP my friend.
Ranbir Brar (L 63-66), Brig (Retd)
Himmat Marwah (Raju) was an old and dear friend. His bed was next to mine in Lefroy 6th Form dorm. We shared a study in the school hospital during study leave for the SCs. We trained for the ‘Super Heavy Weight’ for inter house boxing. Got scrapped as we were the only two super heavy weights in school. Would have been an unfair advantage to Lefroy house. Were relieved as we did’nt have to bash up each other. Memories !!! Met him in Dec 2011 at his house for a Lefroy House ‘do’. Went to meet him on 10 Feb 2012 while he was in the ICU in hospital in Gurgaon. Knew he was not going to be with us long. Spoke to his brother Onkar Singh (Lefroy) this morning. My heartfelt condolences to Onkar, his sister Mala, his wife and children. Gaube please convey my condolences to your sister. RIP my friend.
Ranbir Brar (L 63-66), Brig (Retd)
THOUGH I HAD NEVER MET WITH HIMMAT AS HE JOINED SCHOOL AFTER I HAD LEFT, NEVERTHELESS AN OC IS A BROTHER AND I PRAY THAT HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE AND THAT HIS FAMILY GET THE COURAGE AND STRENGTH TO BEAR THEIR PERSONAL TRAGEDY !!
I WOULD REQUEST SOMEONE TO FORWARD ME THE ADDRESS OF HIS FAMILY IN ORDER THAT I MAY PAY MY RESPECTS TO THEM PERSONALLY -THANKYOU.
Onkar Marwah’s email ID sent to you separately by email.
THOUGH I HAD NEVER MET WITH HIMMAT AS HE JOINED SCHOOL AFTER I HAD LEFT, NEVERTHELESS AN OC IS A BROTHER AND I PRAY THAT HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE AND THAT HIS FAMILY GET THE COURAGE AND STRENGTH TO BEAR THEIR PERSONAL TRAGEDY !!
I WOULD REQUEST SOMEONE TO FORWARD ME THE ADDRESS OF HIS FAMILY IN ORDER THAT I MAY PAY MY RESPECTS TO THEM PERSONALLY -THANKYOU.
Onkar Marwah’s email ID sent to you separately by email.
Even though I did not know him at a personal level, the passing of an OC is always a sad event and on behalf of the OCA(India) I extend our deepest sympathies to his family. If someone could write a short obituary on him, it would be appreciated.
Even though I did not know him at a personal level, the passing of an OC is always a sad event and on behalf of the OCA(India) I extend our deepest sympathies to his family. If someone could write a short obituary on him, it would be appreciated.
Deeply saddened… to hear about the passing away of Himmat.We were classmates at BCS.My heatfelt condolences to his family and near ones. Sushil Bhalaik
Deeply saddened… to hear about the passing away of Himmat.We were classmates at BCS.My heatfelt condolences to his family and near ones. Sushil Bhalaik
Onkar Singh Marwah, IAS (Retd)
31, Hanuman Road,
ND. Mob No: 9811544095
Shocked at hearing of Himmat’s passing.
He was a good friend.Fun loving and helpfull and introduced me to his brother at BA when I was job searching post graduation.
I remember music was his passion even at school.Later on many an occasion enjoyed his performances.
May God bless his soul and give to his family and to Gobbey strength.
N.K. Akers
Lefroy 62-65
Onkar Singh Marwah, IAS (Retd)
31, Hanuman Road,
ND. Mob No: 9811544095
Shocked at hearing of Himmat’s passing.
He was a good friend.Fun loving and helpfull and introduced me to his brother at BA when I was job searching post graduation.
I remember music was his passion even at school.Later on many an occasion enjoyed his performances.
May God bless his soul and give to his family and to Gobbey strength.
N.K. Akers
Lefroy 62-65
Deeply saddened to learn of Himmat Marwah’s sad demise. he was a classmate of 1966 batch and have fond memories during school days. At times life is cruel and one leaves behind many friends and acquaintances. My condolences to the family and to you Gobey for your brother in law and the grief sticken family he leaves behind.
Deeply saddened to learn of Himmat Marwah’s sad demise. he was a classmate of 1966 batch and have fond memories during school days. At times life is cruel and one leaves behind many friends and acquaintances. My condolences to the family and to you Gobey for your brother in law and the grief sticken family he leaves behind.
Really shocking & sad to lose a lifelong friend…………I have NO WORDS to describe what I feel.He was a person with a HEART OF GOLD & may God grant him eternal peace.
Really shocking & sad to lose a lifelong friend…………I have NO WORDS to describe what I feel.He was a person with a HEART OF GOLD & may God grant him eternal peace.
Shocked beyond words……! Hadn’t met him for years…yet….the sense of loss is all prevailing….may he have peace.
Shocked beyond words……! Hadn’t met him for years…yet….the sense of loss is all prevailing….may he have peace.
Not having known Himmat personally,I whole heartedly endorse the comment of friend B.M.Singh. He is a big loss to the Brotherhood. My condolences to the bereaved members of his family,in particular to his forlorn fatherly brother,Mr.O.S.Marwah who,I recall now,must have been the one who issued my appointment letter to the I.A.S. in July, 1965 in his capacity then as Under Secretary to the Govt.of India.If this much is correct,it is also possible that, like myself,he began his schooling at Col.Brown’s in Dehra Dun,before moving on to BCS. Being four years junior at that stage is like being a twerp to a colossus.Remember him as a prominent Sportsman.Missed him narrowly at BCS : he left in December ’52 and I joined in March ’53. Look forward Sir to meeting you in Delhi sometime and condoling personally.Meanwhile,my prayers and good wishes for you all afflicted ones in the family.God bless the one now gone as well as those left behind to mourn.
Gur Pratap Singh Sahi (GP)
Ibbetson ( 1953-1956 )
Not having known Himmat personally,I whole heartedly endorse the comment of friend B.M.Singh. He is a big loss to the Brotherhood. My condolences to the bereaved members of his family,in particular to his forlorn fatherly brother,Mr.O.S.Marwah who,I recall now,must have been the one who issued my appointment letter to the I.A.S. in July, 1965 in his capacity then as Under Secretary to the Govt.of India.If this much is correct,it is also possible that, like myself,he began his schooling at Col.Brown’s in Dehra Dun,before moving on to BCS. Being four years junior at that stage is like being a twerp to a colossus.Remember him as a prominent Sportsman.Missed him narrowly at BCS : he left in December ’52 and I joined in March ’53. Look forward Sir to meeting you in Delhi sometime and condoling personally.Meanwhile,my prayers and good wishes for you all afflicted ones in the family.God bless the one now gone as well as those left behind to mourn.
Gur Pratap Singh Sahi (GP)
Ibbetson ( 1953-1956 )
The passing away of a noble and brave Cottonian leaves me saddened.My deepest condolences to his family.May the Almighty rest his soul in peace and give sterngth tohis family to bear the irreparable lossAameen
The passing away of a noble and brave Cottonian leaves me saddened.My deepest condolences to his family.May the Almighty rest his soul in peace and give sterngth tohis family to bear the irreparable lossAameen
He will be dearly missed. Remember him fondly from our time in school.
My condolences to both the Marwah and Oberio famlies.
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO ALL HIS LOVED ONES. WILL SURELY MISS HIM. MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE.
He will be dearly missed. Remember him fondly from our time in school.
My condolences to both the Marwah and Oberio famlies.
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO ALL HIS LOVED ONES. WILL SURELY MISS HIM. MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE.
My heart is filled with sorrow at the untimely passing away of Himmat Marwah, whom I clearly remember from my school days. He was a highly intelligent individual apart from being an outstanding sportsman. I do not know whether there is a life beyond this.
“Hikayat-e-hasti sunee to darmiyaan se sunee
Na ibtida ki khabar hai na intahaa maloom”.
(What I have heard of the story of life is only about the middle
I know not its beginning; I know not its end).
What we do know, however, is that life can be meaningful if our priorities are largely, accurate. Also, the world is a beautiful place to live in if man has the ability to partake of nature’s innocent perfection. And in the understanding of finality, the interchangeability and the absurdity of situations.
Himmat was a large-hearted and generous individual. He was careful of another’s sensitivities. Also he was aristocratic in the natural reflex. He has gone far too early. Nonetheless, he has left behind the memory of how a good individual can interact with his fellow-beings.
My heart grieves at the memory of my departed friend, who just the other day, was sitting with me in my house in Delhi and sharing the wonderful experiences of his life. I pray for peace to the departed soul and express my heart-felt condolences to his family and the many many friends, he has left behind.
Yours,
in Grief,
Robin Gupta
I.A.S (Retd.)(PB:RR:1974)
Formerly Financial Commissioner and Principal Secretary (in the rank of Chief Secretary) Govt. of Punjab
Honorary Adviser Development
Arpana Group of Trusts
My heart is filled with sorrow at the untimely passing away of Himmat Marwah, whom I clearly remember from my school days. He was a highly intelligent individual apart from being an outstanding sportsman. I do not know whether there is a life beyond this.
“Hikayat-e-hasti sunee to darmiyaan se sunee
Na ibtida ki khabar hai na intahaa maloom”.
(What I have heard of the story of life is only about the middle
I know not its beginning; I know not its end).
What we do know, however, is that life can be meaningful if our priorities are largely, accurate. Also, the world is a beautiful place to live in if man has the ability to partake of nature’s innocent perfection. And in the understanding of finality, the interchangeability and the absurdity of situations.
Himmat was a large-hearted and generous individual. He was careful of another’s sensitivities. Also he was aristocratic in the natural reflex. He has gone far too early. Nonetheless, he has left behind the memory of how a good individual can interact with his fellow-beings.
My heart grieves at the memory of my departed friend, who just the other day, was sitting with me in my house in Delhi and sharing the wonderful experiences of his life. I pray for peace to the departed soul and express my heart-felt condolences to his family and the many many friends, he has left behind.
Yours,
in Grief,
Robin Gupta
I.A.S (Retd.)(PB:RR:1974)
Formerly Financial Commissioner and Principal Secretary (in the rank of Chief Secretary) Govt. of Punjab
Honorary Adviser Development
Arpana Group of Trusts
Really shocked sad to know about Himmat sir’s passing away … Although much jounior to him , we met at OC meet in Delhi then were in touch on FB … Great guy very good friend elder brother … May God bless his soul give strength to bear the loss to all he’s left behind . My family joins me in prayer condolences to his family friends …
RIP My Dear Friend Himmat .. You Will Always Be Remembered Missed .
Kanwaljit Singh ( 79 ‘C’ )
(Sarkari Saandh)
Really shocked sad to know about Himmat sir’s passing away … Although much jounior to him , we met at OC meet in Delhi then were in touch on FB … Great guy very good friend elder brother … May God bless his soul give strength to bear the loss to all he’s left behind . My family joins me in prayer condolences to his family friends …
RIP My Dear Friend Himmat .. You Will Always Be Remembered Missed .
Kanwaljit Singh ( 79 ‘C’ )
(Sarkari Saandh)