An auto-rickshaw passes through one of the gates of Shahjehanabad in Bhopal. Bhopal's Shahjehanabad was at its zenith during the reign of Nawab Shahjehan Begam. Painting by Faisal Mateen. #Bhopal #Architecture #History #Heritage #MadhyaPradesh

One of the most famous poets in mushairas for over five decades, Manzar Bhopali, goes through Iqbal's poetry in this photo. His she'r on heritage: Apne purkho.n ki viraasat ko sambhalo warna Abki baarish mein ye diwar bhi gir jaayegi #Bhopal #MadhyaPradesh #Urdu #Literature #Poet

A panoramic view of Bhopal that shows a part of Upper Lake along with the Shamla Hills and the area near Purana Qila and Kamla Park. Photo Courtesy: Magic Touch.

Late Kunwar Mahmood Ali Khan, who was former Governor of Madhya Pradesh, remembered on his death anniversary today. He was born in Meerut, had joined Congress in 1938, his family shared a link with legendary king Vikramaditya.

The fort at Gohad in Chambal region of Madhya Pradesh. Except one or two, most of the forts in the state are in a poor state due to lack of adequate attention and focus on part of authorities. Gohad is located in Bhind district of MP that borders Uttar Pradesh.

It's during early morning hours that there is no traffic on this otherwise busy route in Bhopal. Moti Mahal (in the front) and Shaukat Mahal on the right. Photo courtesy: Khalid Khan. #Bhopal #BhopalHeritage #History #Heritage #Architecture

A view of the ancient Garhi at Ghairatganj town in Raisen, not too far from Bhopal. Photo courtesy: Syed Taha Pasha #Heritage #Bhopal #Raisen #MadhyaPradesh #Heritage #History #Architecture

A great leader, Shakir Ali Khan was at the forefront of all major movements, role unrivalled in region's history--both halves of 20th century. Consistently won Assembly elections in Bhopal. #ShakirAliKhan #KhanShakirAliKhan #BhopalHistory #MadhyaPradesh #FreedomFighter #History

Nawab Sultan Jahan Begum - she did a lot for girls education in her state Bhopal and she was the founding Chancellor of #AligarhMuslimUniversity and only woman Chancellor of the University. One of the greatest women rulers of princely states of India. Bhopal Heritage Project بھوپال भोपाल Faiza S Khan

Late Prince Nasir Mirza (right) with Masroor Ahmed Masroor. He was last direct descendant of Nawab Hamidullah Khan in #Bhopal. Mirza was son of Rabia Sultan, youngest daughter of the Nawab who had three daughters, Abida, Sajida and Rabia. Sajida became titular Nawab after him.

Freedom fighter Maulana Tarzi Mashriqi meets PM Jawaharlal Nehru. He was the prominent Congress leader in Bhopal before independence, had been arrested. Later, he became MLA & Minister. [*Must not be confused with Allama Mashriqi of Khaksar Movement] #Bhopal #MadhyaPradesh

Women's cultural & literary fest, Pari Bazar, held, many activities. Authors, women #Urdu poets came, discussions, Shaan e #Bhopal award, fine arts, music. Original Pari Bazaar was Sultan Jahan Begum's idea--buyers, sellers used to be #women. Events happening . Rana Safvi رعنا राना Rekhta

Rasool Ahmad Siddiqui was a prominent leader of Madhya Pradesh. A legislator from Bhopal, he was minister in MP. His main contribution was for residents of City. Siddiqui ensured water supply and jobs for people, established hospitals & institutes. #Bhopal #MadhyaPradesh

Her Highness Shahbano Maimoona Sultan who was the wife of last ruler of Bhopal princely state, Nawab Hamidullah Khan. This is her photograph when she was quite old, probably, this picture is among one of her few last remaining photos. #Bhopal #MadhyaPradesh

The Shah Jahan mosque at Woking in UK. Its named after Nawab Shah Jahan Begum of the erstwhile princely state of #Bhopal. It was the first purposely built masjid in Britain. Constructed 0 km from #London in 1889. #England #UK #Britain #Mosque #MadhyaPradesh #BegumsofBhopal

Princess Abida Sultan, the eldest daughter of last Nawab of Bhopal, with her two sisters, Sajida Sultan and Rabia Sultan. She was appointed chief secretary and chaired cabinet meetings in the absence of her father. The Noor Us Sabah palace overlooking the Upper Lake was built

Bhopali sham at Upper Lake ❤️ Madhya Pradesh Tourism Bhopal Heritage Project بھوپال भोपाल

"I always carry Mir's collection of poetry, whenever I step out for any assignment or trip....", says journalist, author Priyanka Dubey about Mir's diwan, in conversation with author and Qissago Himanshu Bajpai. Courtesy: Mr Himanshu Bajpai's Official channel on YouTube #Urdu

Ali Abbas Ummid was not just a major poet who had emerged on poetry firmament in 1960s, he was a prolific author who experimented with multiple genres and wrote prose, associated himself with the cause of social change, took part in agitations, fearlessly spoke from dais and