In Chapter 9 of “Maktobaat e Ghalib,” Ghalib’s letters provide a fascinating glimpse into the poet’s life and the socio-political backdrop of his time. These letters are named after Mir Mahdi Hossein Majroh Sayyid Sahib, shedding light on the intimate correspondence between Ghalib and his close associates.
Ghalib begins by sharing the story of Nawab Mustafa Khan’s imprisonment and eventual release. He emphasizes that while the order for his release had come through, nothing had changed in terms of his property and pensions. Ghalib then narrates his journey to Meerut to visit Nawab Mustafa Khan, highlighting the tension and unrest in the city, where even the slightest oversight led to severe consequences, especially for the Indian population.