Omar Khalidi (1953 - 29 November 2010), born in Hyderabad, India, was a Muslim scholar, a staff member of MIT in the US, and an author.

Early life and education

Khalidi was born in 1953 in Hyderabad, India. He was of Hadhrami descent.

Career

He is referred to by one commentator as the "Chronicler of Hyderabad and as a champion