A portion of the historic kaman (arch) of Dewan Devdi Chatta Bazaar collapsed amid heavy rains across the city on Friday, September 6.
Dewan Devdi, once the grand residence of the influential Salar Jung family, located near the iconic Charminar and Chowmahalla Palace. The term “Dewan” translates to Prime Minister, while “Devdi” refers to the stately homes of noblemen in Hyderabad.
Five members of the Salar Jung family held the prestigious position of Prime Minister in the Hyderabad state, making Dewan Devdi’s proximity to the ruling Nizams significant.