Mohammad Quli Qutub Shah

Mohammad Quli Qutub Shah was a prominent ruler and poet of the Qutub Shahi dynasty in Hyderabad, India, reigning from 1580 to 1612. He is renowned for founding the city of Hyderabad in 1591 and for his contributions to Telugu and Persian literature. As a poet, he expressed themes of love, devotion, and cultural pride, blending his administrative duties with artistic pursuits. His leadership helped shape Hyderabad into a thriving cultural and political center. Today, he is remembered as both a visionary ruler and a talented poet who left a lasting legacy in South Indian history.