Selected Picture's of 3 Province's: Kashmir, Jammu & Ladakh
Kahmiri Pandits -Mattoo One Of The Prominent Surnames
Among many, The Mattoo (or Mattu) surname is a well-known Kashmiri clan and surname, particularly prominent among Kashmiri Pandits, originating from the Kashmir Valley, with historical families like those of academicians belonging to this lineage, known for significant community roles and philanthropic activities, representing a respected Kashmiri Pandit family that has stayed in the valley till 1990s.
Clan/Family Prominent Figures:
The surname is known for philanthropy and social reform.
Historical Significance: Mattoo families were historically significant landlords, and figures like
Commonality: It's listed among common Kashmiri Pandit surnames like Kaul, Sapru, Bakshi, Zutshi, Raina and, many more...
In essence, Mattoo is a recognized and respected surname within the Kashmiri Pandit community, reflecting a heritage of influence, scholarship, and social contribution.
Mattoo (also spelled Mattu) is a native clan name and surname among Kashmiri Pandits, who are Saraswat Brahmins from the Kashmir Valley.
Origin and Meaning
Etymology: The name is derived from the Sanskrit word Math.
Historical Connection: It is believed that ancestors of this family were either the founders or managers of a religious or educational institution known as a Math.
Shared Usage: Like many Kashmiri "Krams" (surnames), it is shared by both the Hindu Pandit and converted Kashmiri Muslim communities.
It is also now found among Punjabi Hindus.
Suraj Kak Mattoo, who introduced radical social reforms, nurturing Muslim orphans and fostering interfaith harmony, as noted in Kashmiri poetry.
Pandit Raghunath Mattoo: A respected philanthropist and administrator (Governor/Wazir-i-Wazarat) known as "Jenab Sahib" for his generosity
Pandit Rughnath Mattoo (from Vichar Nag), a respected educationist, teacher, guide, philosopher, philanthropist, first representative of Bharat Sevak Samaj then in Jammu Kashmir & Ladhak State. He was an ace astrologer and had predicted the assassination of PM Indira Gandhi and, shortest tenure of PM Rajiv Gandhi, during their respective lifetime, before the worst happened in their lives. He was also a great social worker too....He was married to Rev Kamlawati Miskeen, Ganpatyar....
Pandit Shyamlal Mattoo, A reputed guide at the Teachers Training School, Construction Advisor, Builder & a famous Philanthropist, who supported, helped, guided, many parents across communities for marriageable alliances of their children, to a 100% success.
Arjan Nath Mattoo a graduate with honours in mathematics was second only to Dr. Ramanujan. He died at a very young age
Pandit Jankinath Mattoo, Animal Husbandary Expert, Volunteered with open Healthcare Philanthropic Unit, in Karannagar, after retirement. He was married to Rev Prabhawati Razdan....
Pandit Kashinath Mattoo, Health, Hygienic & Sanitation Expert. During his service career, he was the most popular and sought-after officer in the Srinagar Municipal Corporation. He was married to Rev Subhag Babi Baza, Ganpatyar....
Pandit Premnath Mattoo, Rural Community Development Expert. After a successful field work, he was nominated under the first batch of Kashmiri Administrative Services and retired as a Deputy Secretary to Govt of J&K. With his reputation, before his retirement, he was nominated to work on a short tenure in Govt. of India. Interestingly, after his retirement, when Sheikh Mohd. Abdullah, took over as CM of J&K, Pandit PNMattoo, was nominated in the list, as one of the most honest officers to be re-employed in the State Govt However, the matter was not pursued further in the Govt. He's was married to Rev Rupa Rani Dhar, Bhan....
Dr. Amitabh Mattoo: A prominent academic and former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Jammu, hailing from a family known for remaining in the valley during periods of conflict.
Ms Priyadarshini Mattoo: A law student whose case became a significant focal point for judicial reform in India.
Leenesh Mattoo: A contemporary actor known for his work in Indian television.
Girdharilal Mattoo, BE, AMIE, a reputed civil engineer in the PWD, J&K Govt. He's was DCE(AMU) AMIE(India)FIE. He had an Expertise in Project Management. Served initially in J&K PWD before joining REC as the Estate Engineer. G L Mattoo in the Post migration. Worked as Chief Engineer in reputed Architectural and Project Management Consultancy GRUP-ISM as Chief Engineer for more than two decades and, worked for many famous engineering projects across Bharat.....He's married to Rev Krishna Kaul Adalati....
Dr. Omkarnath Mattoo, Dentist, who remained as a sort-after-name in the families of all communities across in both provinces as a dependable philanthropic family dentist till the last. He was married to Rev Ratnaji Razdan, Raina, Anantnag....
Mr. Kanayalal Mattoo, Civil Engineer & Town Planner, and, retired as Chief Engineer from J&K State. He, too, held his reputation as an Engineer, who then completed 3-years engineering course in a single-go (where many tumbled) from a reputed Engineering College, Surat. He was married to Rev Ashaji Tiku, Ganpatyar....
Dr. Roshanlal Mattoo, a famous Bio-Chemist, who left a great reputation as the researcher, teacher, guide, philosopher, and publications wherever he worked as Scientist, in Govt. Medical College, Srinagar, Jammu. Armed Forces Medical College, Pune, Hissar Agril. University, Sheir-e-Kashmir Medical Institute, Sura, Kashmir. HP Medical Collage, Sunder Nagar and others. He as worked as a reputed Scientist in many International Institutions in Canada, USA. Most commendable to note is that many Scientists then in the USA recommended his application with the Govt. to grant him Green Card within 2-years time, which was then a distant dream for Indians to get in 10 or more years. He married Rev Dr. Praveena Seth and, later Rev Veena Dhar....
Chamanlal Mattoo, Pathological Labaratory Expert, who remained on every social call for medical health, sanitation support 24x7 till his last breath. A super philanthropist human being. He was married to Rev Chuni Ji...
Ragniya Prashad Mattoo See (nrif.org.in) for more details. He was married to Rev Usha Safaya, Babapora, Habakadal, Srinagar.
Shiban Krishan Mattoo, Civil, Structural & Planning Engineer. He worked with elan, honors, dignity and reputation till the last in J&K Civil Engineering Dept. and retired as a Chief Engineer... He is married to Rev Girjaji Shair...
Dhruv Mattoo, Chemical Engineer, who passed out from REC (Kazipet & Naseem Bagh, Srinagar). He maintained a strong reputation as a Chemical & Environmental Expert with Gujarat Petrofeilds and, then as Consultant with many firms In Gujarat & Maharashtra. His passion on religious sermons, and as preceptor gave him a great reputation in Sahaj Marg, Heartfuless Across Globe....and, he's often remembered with regard, respect and, love.... He was married to Rev Phoola Dhar, Rainawari...
Dr. Jawahar Mattoo, AH Expert, who, with his sincerity, dedication and, devotion to duty, rose to the heights as Head of Department, covering then all the three provinces in Department Of Animal Husbandary of J&K Govt. Besides, that, he was also C E O of Live Stock Development Board, J&K Govt. He's married to Rev Nancy Kaul Sultan...
Rajinder Mattoo, Public Health, Drinking Water, Health & Sanitation Expert. He is remembered as an efficient, reputed and, a dependable Engineer in the Department, J&K Govt. He's now busy in philanthropic activities in Jammu, Ghaziabad, wherever getting chance... He was married to Rev
There are many youngsters, who have excelled and achieved distinctions in their respective fields. They too shall be covered, as soon as more details arrive...
However, Social Context
Gotras:
Mattoo is listed among the traditional krams of the Kashmiri Pandit community.
For Pandits, these surnames often indicate the historical profession or locality of their ancestors.
Heritage:
The community is noted for its high literacy and deep roots in the administrative and intellectual history of the region.
One can build-up specific gotras associated with this family or its distribution across different regions in due course?
We solicit all our elders to kindly motivate their youngsters to help and, building a a monumental information and keep the thread live on and, as far as possible.
Choice is all yours, to come forward and lend a great support with willingness and enthusiasm....
