Nawab Tipu Khan Bahadur was a High Ranking Elite Mansabdar, Nobleman and an advisor to the Nawab Mir Mahboob Ali Khan Bahadur, Asaf Jah VI, Nizam of Hyderabad-Deccan, the Ruler of the Kingdom. He was a Legendary Horseman, also known for his philanthropic work and his contributions to the development of Hyderabad. He built several Monuments, public buildings, including mosques, schools, and bridges. This Blog Editor is his great grandson Wajahat Ahmed Khan, also a Horseman.(wafahmss@gmail.com)
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Tipu Khan Bridge - Iconic Landmark
Tipu Khan Bridge is one of the iconic landmarks of Hyderabad city.
The structure, made of stone with nine arches, reflects the architectural style of its time and remains in use today for both vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
Historically, the bridge was a vital link in Hyderabad, and during the era of the Nizam VII, Mir Osman Ali Khan, it was adorned with plants, illumination, and shaded by trees along its sides. Over time, however, it has fallen into neglect. Reports indicate that the bridge is now surrounded by overgrown vegetation, lacks proper lighting, and has become a dumping ground for garbage, posing safety hazards and attracting undesirable activities. The nameplate that once detailed its history is also missing. Efforts have been made to raise awareness about its condition, with calls for restoration from residents, heritage activists, and descendants like Wajahat Ahmed Khan, the great-grandson of Nawab Tipu Khan Bahadur. In 2021, authorities signaled plans to undertake preservation work to restore this heritage structure.
Some of the contributions of Nawab Tipu Khan Bahadur are --
1) Tipu Khan Sarai or 'Nampally Saraai', at Nampally Station Road,
2) Tipu's LookOut at Khairtabad,
3) Tipu Khan Bridge at Langer Houz in Hyderabad, India and
5 Mosques at Gowliguda Chaman, Nampally, Adikmet O.U.Campus, Shahalibanda near Charminar and Chatta Bazar near Nayapul, all in Hyderabad city).