Pictorial Hyderabad Vol. 1, Page 73

The book “Pictorial Hyderabad” presents a remarkable wealth of historical information across a diverse range of themes related to the erstwhile Hyderabad State. It meticulously details the operations of Samsthanams and Jagirs, while also providing biographical notes on significant figures of the era, including nobles, officials, and Jagirdars. Furthermore, it encompasses insights into various castes, tribes, cultures, customs, and religious practices. This book has emerged as a vital resource for scholars and historians exploring a multitude of topics related to Hyderabad. Its popularity extends beyond India, garnering international recognition, as it is housed in many of the world’s leading libraries, making it a truly rare and valuable work.

Korvi Krishna Swamy Mudiraj (25 August 1894 – 19 December 1967) was an activist, former Hyderabad mayor, writer, journalist and educator. He was the Hyderabad City Mayor for the year 1957–1958.