Nawab Feroz Khan
Khanzada Nawab Feroz Khan, the first Nawab of Shahabad,Alwar. He was a close confidant and trusted aide of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan.
Background
He belonged to Khanzada Muslim Rajput sect of Jadaun clan. He was a descendant of Raja Nahar Khan(through his son Malik Alaudin Khan), who was a Rajput ruler of Mewat in 14th century.
Shahabad
Due to his loyal service in Mughal Army, he was granted the Jagir of Simbli(later Shahbad) by Emperor Shah Jahan.
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