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Explore PEPSU's formation in 1948, merging 8 princely states into a unified region, with rich history and vibrant culture in East Punjab.

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Explore the Punjabi Suba Movement, a Sikh-led agitation for a Punjabi-speaking state, highlighting its origins, challenges, and political negotiations.

Explore Baldev Singh's journey as an industrialist and India's first Defense Minister, and his impact on Sikh politics and national defense strategy.

Explore the legacy of Surjit Singh Majithia, renowned cricketer, politician, and diplomat, who made significant contributions to Indian sports and politics.

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Discover how Sardar Swaran Singh's wisdom and linguistic prowess shaped India's diplomacy and governance over his 23-year ministerial career.

Explore BIJAYBINOD, an 1844 Punjabi verse chronicling Punjab's tumult post-Ranjit Singh, revealing hidden biases and historical distortions.

Explore Yahiya Khan's tumultuous reign as Lahore's governor, the Chhota Ghallughara, and the power struggle with his brother in 18th century Punjab.

Explore the life of Chiragh Din, a key figure in Sikh history, serving as governor and envoy under Maharaja Ranjit Singh. Discover his legacy and impact.

Discover the remarkable journey of Zail Singh, the first Punjabi President of India. Learn about his roots, education, and impact on Indian history.

DEVA SINGH, SIR (1834-1890), a highranking Patiala state administrator, was born in 1834 into an Arora Sikh family, the son of Colonel Khushal Singh, a brave soldier who had once killed a tiger (sher, in Punjabi) near one of the city gates conferring upon it the name Sheranvala which lasts to this day. Deva Singh received the only formal education available at that time by attending a maktab or Persian school, and entered Patiala state service at a very early age in 1846. In 1853, he was appointed assistant judicial minister and in 1855, a Risaldar in a cavalry unit.