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Explore the heroic tale of Arjan Singh Thapa, a pivotal Gurkha captain who helped shape history under Maharaja Ranjit Singh's command.

Explore Atar Singh Atarivala's journey from rebellion to redemption in British India. Discover his legacy and connection to the Punjab region until 1897.

DAYAKAUR, RANI (d. 1843), widow of Sahib Singh Bhangi of Gujrat, was married, in 1811, to Maharaja Ranjit Singh by the rite of chadar andazi, a rite having sanction under customary law to facilitate marriage with a widow who is accepted into nuptials by unfurling a chadar or sheet of cloth over her head. Princes Kashmira Singh and Pashaura Singh were born to her. Rani Daya Kaur died in 1843.

FATEH SINGH CHHACHHI (d. 1814), son of Tahal Singh Chhachhi, a Kohli Khatri belonging to Gujranwala district in the Punjab, served under Maharaja Ranjit Singh. He fought in the campaigns launched by the Maharaja for the conquest of Pind Dadan Khan, Pindi Gheb and Jhang and obtained considerable addition to his estates at Bharatpur, Sahival and Kunjah. He died fighting during the expedition against Kashmir in 1814.

Explore the legacy of General Gurdit Singh Majithia, a key figure in Sikh history who commanded troops for Maharaja Ranjit Singh. Learn more.

Explore the life of Lachhmi Rani, Maharaja Ranjit Singh's wife, who was granted a notable pension post his demise.

Explore the legacy of Mazhar Ali, the skilled artillery officer of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, highlighting his expertise and loyalty in Sikh times.

NAUDH SINGH (d. 1752), son of Buddha Singh, was greatgrandfather of Maharaja Ranjit Singh. He was a brave and daring man who applied his energies to expanding the family`s fortunes. He fortified the village of Sukkarchakk in 1730, and in the same year married the daughter of a rich landlord, Gulab Singh ofMajitha. He gained territory and, impressed by the example of his personal bravery, many an adventurous youth rallied round his arms. Eventually, he, along with his band of followers, joined the Faizullapuria misland won the admiration of his chief, Nawab Kapur Singh, by his bold exploits. He was among the Sikhs who pursued Ahmad Shah Durram out of India in 1749, and he died in 1752 as a result of the injuries sustained in battle.

Explore Radha Kishan Pandit's legacy as an educator to Hira Singh Dogra and Maharaja Duleep Singh, and his role as a rdjpurohit during Maharaja Ranjit Singh's era.

Discover the legacy of Mai Raj Kaur, known as Mai Malvain, who led courageously in the Sukkarchakkia family until Ranjit Singh took power.