7th Nizam's Donations to the Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute (BORI) in Pune

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đź“š Contributions to Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute

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  1. Financial Support for Mahabharata Publication (1932): Recognizing the importance of preserving ancient Indian texts, Mir Osman Ali Khan provided an annual grant of â‚ą1,000 for 11 years to support BORI's critical edition of the Mahabharata. 

  2. Construction of Nizam Guest House: In response to the need for accommodating visiting scholars, he donated â‚ą50,000 for building a guest house on BORI's campus. This structure, known as the "Nizam Guest House," has hosted numerous scholars and served various academic purposes over the years. (Indian Express)

🏛️ Architectural and Academic Significance

The Nizam Guest House showcases a blend of Indian and classical British architectural styles, featuring high ceilings, spacious rooms, and intricate detailing. 

Beyond housing scholars, the guest house played a pivotal role in academia; it temporarily served as the administrative office for the nascent Savitribai Phule Pune University in 1948 (Indian Express).

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These contributions underscore the Nizam's dedication to fostering education and preserving India's rich cultural heritage.

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