Iltutmish, son-in-law of Qutb-ud-Din Aibak, strengthened Turkish dominance in northern India during his reign. His military actions were pivotal in securing territory and countering threats from regional powers.

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• Iltutmish was the son-in-law of Aibak and played a key role in consolidating Turkish power in northern India.
• During Iltutmish’s coronation, Ali Mardan Khan declared himself king of Bengal and Bihar.
• Iltutmish reclaimed important regions like Gwalior, Bayana, Ajmer, and Nagaur under Turkish control.
• The Khwarazm Shah’s conquest of Ghazni posed a threat to Iltutmish, prompting him to seize Lahore in response.
• Iltutmish defeated Kubacha, the independent ruler of Multan and Uch, expanding his kingdom to the Indus River.
• In 1226-27, Iltutmish’s son led a campaign that defeated Iwaz, reuniting Bengal and Bihar with the Delhi Sultanate.
• He launched attacks on Ranthambore, Jalore, and Mewar, but retreated after the arrival of Gujarat’s forces at Nagda.
• As revenge, Iltutmish attacked the Chalukyas of Gujarat, but suffered significant losses during the campaign.