The people, who had suffered under the Nizam’s reign, expressed their anger, especially towards those who had led the oppression, including the notorious Razakars. In recognition of the Nizam’s surrender, the Indian government appointed Raj Pramukh in Telangana to oversee the region.

As part of the post-operation restructuring, the Nizam was given special security. Khasim Razvi, the leader of the Razakars, was sent to Pakistan. The 1952 General Body elections brought an end to the oppressive rule, symbolizing a new chapter of governance that aimed to heal the wounds inflicted by the Nizam’s reign.

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