Besant Hall

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Once a haven for reform, then neglect: Hyderabad’s Besant Hall rises again

Built in 1917 and inaugurated by Annie Besant, the colonial-era landmark was once a hub for reformist debate and the Home Rule Movement
After decades of decline and abandonment, the hall has been restored by Sindh’s Endowment Fund Trust and now hosts libraries and cultural events

By NAIMAT KHAN · 21 August 2025