List of rulers of Lahore

The recorded history of the rulers of Lahore (Punjabi: لہور دے حُکمران, Urdu: حکمرانِ لاہور), covers thousands of years.

Hindu Shahis (850–1026)

Main article: Hindu Shahis

The first documentation of Lahore is recorded as early as 982 CE (in the book Hudud al-'Alam) taking place during the rule of the Hindu Shahis. Lahore was made the capital of the Hindu Shahi Kingdom in the year 1001.

Ghaznavids (977–1186)

Main article: Ghaznavids

Lahore came under Ghaznavid control in 1021, with Malik Ayaz as its first Muslim governor.

Delhi Sultanate (1186–1524)

Main article: Delhi Sultanate

Sur Empire

Mughal Empire

In 1580, Lahore Subah or province was created as a result of administrative reforms of Akbar. The following is a list of notable governors of Lahore subah appointed by the central Mughal government:

Durrani Empire

Maratha Empire

Sikh Misls

Sikh Empire

See also

References

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