TAKHT MALL, a Khahira Jatt and chaudhary or headman of Khadur, accepted the Sikh faith in the time of Guru Angad (1504-52). He served the Guru with devotion and always brought ample provisions for Guru ka Langar, the community kitchen.
References :
1. Gian Singh, Giani, Twarikh Guru Khalsa [Reprint]. Patiala, 1970
2. Macauliffe, M.A., The Sikh Religion. Oxford, 1909
Takht Mall is celebrated in Sikh history as a devoted headman (chaudhary) of Khadur and a prominent early adherent of the Sikh faith. Belonging to the Khahira Jatt community, he embraced Sikhism during the era of Guru Angad (1504–1552) and distinguished himself through acts of unwavering service and generosity.
A particularly noteworthy aspect of Takht Mall’s legacy is his dedicated support for the Guru’s communal kitchen, known as Guru ka Langar. His efforts in consistently bringing ample provisions not only sustained the Langar—a core Sikh institution promoting equality and community service—but also symbolized the spirit of selfless giving that remains central to Sikh ethos. His contributions are well-documented in seminal texts like Twarikh Guru Khalsa and referenced by scholars such as Macauliffe in The Sikh Religion, ensuring that his exemplary role continues to inspire Sikh community leadership and service.
