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Regal Nizam-era Socialite Indira Devi Passes Away
Indira Devi Dhanraj Gir, a famous painter, writer, and poetess in Hyderabad, passed away at her home, Gyan Bagh Palace, on Tuesday evening.
She was 96 years old.
Indira Devi was a well-known figure in Hyderabad's cultural life and came from a noble family that was closely connected to the Nizam's court.
She wrote books and poems, and even got a special award for her work.
People who knew her said she was a kind and stylish lady who loved her city and its history.
Her funeral will be held on Wednesday morning in Amberpet.
Indira Devi Dhanraj Gir, a renowned painter, writer, and poetess, passed away at the age of 96.
She was a prominent figure in Hyderabad's cultural scene and belonged to a noble family associated with the Nizam's court.
Indira Devi lived most of her life at Gyan Bagh Palace, a historic estate in Hyderabad.
She was nominated for the 1973 Nobel Prize for Literature and authored several works, including 'Alanati Kadha'.
Indira Devi was remembered for her contributions to cultural preservation and her regal, sociable personality.
- Who
- Indira Devi Dhanraj Gir, a painter, writer, and poetess
- What
- Passed away at the age of 96
- Where
- Gyan Bagh Palace in Hyderabad
- When
- Tuesday evening
- Why
- Natural causes (not explicitly stated)
Key facts
- Name
- Indira Devi Dhanraj Gir
- Age
- 96
- Occupation
- Painter, Writer, Poetess
- Residence
- Gyan Bagh Palace, Hyderabad
- Notable Recognition
- Nominated for 1973 Nobel Prize for Literature
- Recent Publication
- Alanati Kadha by Emesco Books
- Final Rites
- Amberpet, Wednesday morning
Quotes
Raunaq Yar Khan
Descendant of the Asaf Jahi family and long-time family friend
“She was a lovely person, a very regal lady.”
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“She had a fabulous presence. If she was sitting in a room with 40 people, your eyes went straight to her.”
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Anuradha Reddy
Convenor of Intach-Hyderabad
“She was conscious about keeping Gyan Bagh Palace in its historical character.”
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“One of the last personalities who truly represented Hyderabad of that period.”
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