Mahbub Ali Khan, Asaf Jah VI facts for kids
Mir Mahboob Ali Khan (born August 18, 1866 – died August 29, 1911) was the 6th ruler, or Nizam, of the Kingdom of Hyderabad. He became Nizam when he was very young, ruling from 1869 until his death in 1911. He was known for bringing many changes and improvements to his kingdom.
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Early Life and Becoming Nizam
Mir Mahboob Ali Khan was born on August 18, 1866, in Purani Haveli, a grand palace in Hyderabad. He was the only son of the previous Nizam, Afzal-ud-Daula, Asaf Jah V. When his father passed away in 1869, Mir Mahboob Ali Khan was only two years and seven months old. This made him the sixth Nizam of the Asaf Jahi dynasty. Because he was so young, a special council helped him rule until he was old enough to take full control.
Building a Modern Kingdom
Developing a Railway Network
During Nizam Mahboob Ali Khan's rule, a major step forward was the creation of the Nizam's Guaranteed State Railway in 1879. This was a railway company owned by the Nizams themselves. Building railways helped connect different parts of the kingdom and made travel and trade much easier.
The introduction of railways also kickstarted industries in Hyderabad. Factories began to appear, especially near the Hussain Sagar lake. This brought new jobs and helped the economy grow. After India became independent, this railway system became part of Indian Railways.
Special Talents and Beliefs
Belief in Healing Powers
People believed that Nizam Mahboob Ali Khan had a special spiritual power to heal snake bites. It was said that if someone was bitten by a snake, they could come to him for help. He was even woken up many times in the middle of the night to help people!
Other Skills and Hobbies
The Nizam was very smart and could speak several languages fluently. He knew Urdu, Telugu, and Farsi. He also enjoyed writing poems in both Telugu and Urdu. Some of his poems are even carved into the walls along the Tank Bund, a famous dam in Hyderabad.
Besides his love for languages and poetry, the Nizam was also a skilled hunter. He was known for hunting tigers and was said to have hunted at least 30 of them during his lifetime. Because of his hunting prowess, he earned the famous title "Tees Maar Khan."
His Final Years
Nizam Mahboob Ali Khan passed away on August 29, 1911, when he was 45 years old. He was buried next to his ancestors at the Mecca Masjid, Hyderabad, a very important mosque. His second son, Osman Ali Khan, Asaf Jah VII, became the next Nizam after him.
Images for kids
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Mahbub Ali Khan as a child
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Installation of the Nizam of Hyderabad by the Governor-General of India
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The young Nizam with his two regents and other noblemen
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Nizam Mahboob Ali Khan with his son Mir Osman Ali Khan
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Grave of 6th Nizam- Mir Mahboob Ali Khan in Mecca Masjid
