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Explore the historic Gurdwara Naviri Patshahi in JHIVAR HERI, Yamunanagar. A revered Sikh shrine connected to Guru Tegh Bahadur. Visit during the annual fair!

Discover the role of the Khalsa Defence of India League in boosting Sikh military enlistment during WWII and preserving their special army position.

Explore the life of Lahina Singh, a military commander during Sikh rule, who embraced spirituality after pivotal roles in Punjabi history and battles.

Explore the legacy of Mehtab Singh, a dedicated lawyer & legislator who played a crucial role in the Gurdwara Reform Movement and shaped Sikh history.

Discover the legacy of Arjan Singh Chahal, Sardar Bahadur, a pioneering Sikh leader and honorary magistrate who shaped Punjab's history in the 19th century.

Discover the impactful life of Sardar Bahadur Mohan Singh, a noted philanthropist and leader, serving in various public service roles in India and beyond.

Explore Bhag Singh Chandra Udaya, a rare manuscript on Sardar Bhag Singh Ahluvalia's life in Kapurthala. Uncover history through this Punjab State Archives gem.

Explore the impact of Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms on Sikh representation in India's legislative bodies. Discover key historical insights and developments.

BIKRAMA SINGH, KANVAR (1835-1887), one of the pioneers of the Singh Sabha movement, was born in 1835. He was the son of Raja Nihal Singh of Kapurthala. As he grew up, he developed interest in classical learning and music. He received several honours and distinctions from the British government. During the 1857 uprising, he commanded a Kapurthala contingent of 300 men, horse and foot, and 2 guns to defend Hoshiarpur.

Explore the distinguished career of Mota Singh, Sardar Bahadur, in Maharaja Ranjit Singh's service and his contributions during the Anglo-Sikh wars.

Explore the heroic journey of Chhajju Mall, a key figure in Sikh history, known for his leadership in Amritsar and service to Sardar Jai Singh.

NAURANGABAD, village 7 km southeast of Tarn Taran (31°27`N, 74°56`E) along the Tarn TaranGoindval road, came into prominence when during the 1840`s the Gurdwara established here by Baba Bir Singh (1768-1844), reputed for his sanctity, started attracting devotees and pilgrims in hundreds every day. During the crisis that followed the assassination of Maharaja Sher Singh on 15 September 1843, and the entrenchment in power of Hira Singh Dogra and his mentor, PanditJalla, Baba Bir Singh`s dera or seat at Naurarigabad, became a rallying point for protesting soldiers and political fugitives, including such persongaes as Prince Pashaura Singh, Prince Kashmira Singh and Sardar Atar Singh Sandharivalia.