The Majlis-E-Sahebzadagan Society, a prestigious organization representing over 4,500 direct descendants of the Asaf Jahi Dynasty, made a significant announcement on Friday. They designated H.E. Nawab Raunaq Yar Khan as the 9th Nizam of Hyderabad, a title of immense historical and cultural significance.
This decision was made in light of the recent anointment of Azmet Jah as the successor to the eighth titular Nizam, Nawab Mir Barkat Ali Khan Walashan Mukarram Jah Bahadur, who passed away in Turkey. However, the society expressed concerns about Azmet Jah’s eligibility for the title due to his prolonged absence from Hyderabad and lack of communication with the extended Royal family.
In a media statement, the Majlis-E-Sahebzadagan Society stated, “The Majlis E Sahebzadagan Society, comprising over 4,500 Sahabzada & Sahabzadi (Direct Descendants of Nizam) & Umra (Nobles of Nizam), reached a consensus of choosing H.E. Nawab Raunaq Yar Khan as IXth Nizam of Hyderabad’s Asaf Jahi Dynasty as Prince Azmet Jah went incommunicado & failed to take-up responsibilities of the Hyderabad’s Asif Jah Dynasty.”
The statement further indicated that a grand coronation ceremony would soon follow, where the extended Royal family and the citizens of Hyderabad would be invited.
Sahebzada Mohd Moizuddin Khan, General Secretary of the Majlis-E- Sahebzadagan Society, was quoted by Telangana Today as saying, “The reason for choosing H.E. Nawab Raunaq Yar Khan is his strong connection to Hyderabad and his recognition as one of the most prominent figures of the Asaf Jahi Dynasty in Hyderabad.”
