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Accession and Regency

When
1869
Where
Hyderabad State
Part of
Mahbub Ali Khan begins reign as Nizam of Hyderabad

Mahbub Ali Khan ascended the throne in 1869 at age two, governed by regents Salar Jung I and Shams-ul-Umra III.

Following the death of Afzal-ud-Daulah on 29 February, Mahbub Ali Khan became Nizam a day later. He was two years and seven months old. The state was administered under the regency of Dewan Salar Jung I, assisted by Shams-ul-Umra III as co-regent, ensuring stability during his minority.

Sources

  1. Mahboob Ali Khan Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-21

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