Person · r. 1484 – 1504
Fathullah Imad-ul-Mulk
Founder of the Imad Shahi dynasty of Berar; a Kanarese war-captive raised through the household of Khan Jahan, governor of Berar, to the title Imad-ul-Mulk and command of the province's forces, he declared independence from Bidar in A.D. 1484 and was succeeded on his death by his eldest son, Ala-ud-Din.
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- The Quietest Throne: Berar under the Imad Shahis — 7 sources
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- vol. III, p. 485 · read as page image
The first person who became distinguished in this family was descended from the Canarese infidels of Beejanuggur. Having been taken prisoner in the wars with that country, when a boy, he was admitted among the body-guard of Khan Jehan, the commander-in-chief, and governor of Berar.
- vol. III, p. 486 · read as page image
In the year 890, he declared his independence; shortly after which he died, and was succeeded by his eldest son.