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Battle of Kannauj

When
1540
Where
Hindustan
Episodes
1

On 17 May 1540, Sher Shah Suri defeated Humayun at Kannauj, securing his position as Sultan of Hindustan and establishing the Sur Empire.

Episodes

  1. 17 May 1540 · HindustanCoronation of Sher Shah

    Sher Shah was crowned Sultan Adil on 17 May 1540 following his victory.

Background and detail

Outcome. Sher Shah's victory at Kannauj led to his coronation as Sultan Adil on 17 May 1540. He declared Delhi his seat of power, effectively deposing Humayun and establishing the Sur Empire in Hindustan.

People involved

Sources

  1. Battle of Kannauj Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-16
  2. Sher Shah Suri Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-15

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