May 14, 2025

The direct descendants of Nizam VII, Nawab Mir Osman Ali Khan, have expressed disappointment over their exclusion from the welcome dinner organised at Chowmahalla Palace as part of the Miss World 2025 pageant. In a letter addressed to Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, Mir Najaf Ali Khan stated that it was unfortunate the family was not invited to an event of such international prominence held at a palace owned by their ancestor. The family emphasized the historical and cultural significance of Hyderabad, attributed to the Nizam’s legacy and contributions. Mir Najaf Ali Khan, currently engaged in a partition suit regarding Chowmahalla Palace, urged authorities to consider the family’s sentiments and legal position in future events.

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