Aurangzeb Proclaimed Emperor

Date: July 31, 1658 • Location: New Delhi, India

Aurangzeb is proclaimed Mughal emperor of India.

Alamgir I, commonly known by the title Aurangzeb, was the sixth Mughal emperor, reigning from 1658 until his death in 1707. Under his reign, the Mughal Empire reached its greatest extent, with territory spanning nearly the entirety of the Indian subcontinent.

This milestone marked a defining occurrence in India's and world history, leaving an indelible imprint on societal development, international relations, and cultural memory. Its enduring ramifications continue to be examined and commemorated by historians and scholars across the globe.