NAJABAT KHAN

NAJABAT KHAN

NAJABAT KHAN (d. 1688), a Pathan belonging to Kurijpura, who joined the service of Guru Gobind Singh at Paonta Sahib. He however deserted the Guru on the eve of the battle of Bharigani (1688) and joined hands with the hill rajas. During the battle he came face to face with Sarigo Shah, one of Guru Gobind Singh`s cousins. Both fell fighting in the duel that followed.

References :

1. Bachitra Natak.
2. Kuir Singh, Gurbilas Patshahi 10. Patiala, 1968
3. Harbans Singh, Guru Gobind Singh. Chandigarh, 1966

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