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Bhambe Sardars of Qila Dharam Singh Bhamba

**Bhambe Sardars and Qila Dharam Singh Bhamba**  

**Tehsil Chunia, Thana Maangtawala**  


The villages Bhamba Kalan, also known as *Vadaa Bhamba*, and Bhamba Khurd, referred to as *Chota Bhamba*, both located in Kasur, represent the ancestral roots of the illustrious Bhamba family. These villages share a common heritage and descend from the same lineage of ancestors, forming a deep familial and historical bond.  


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Qila Dharam singh bhamba ( Bhambe da Qila)



### **The Rise of Qila Dharam Singh Bhamba**  


During the era of Sikh Misals, Sardar Dharam Singh Bhamba of Bhamba Kalan laid the foundation for what would become an enduring symbol of pride and resilience. About 30 kilometers away from his ancestral village, near the Ravi River, he established a new fort that came to be known as *Qila Dharam Singh Bhamba*. Over time, this monumental structure gained renown as *Bhambe Da Qila*, a name reflecting its significance and its familial legacy.  


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### **Sardar Tehal Singh Bhamba – A Military Commander’s Tale**  


Sardar Tehal Singh Bhamba, the son of Sardar Dharam Singh Bhamba, distinguished himself as the *Sipahsalaar* (Commander of Military) during the reign of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, the great leader of the Sikh Empire.  


One notable episode underscores Tehal Singh’s unwavering stance and his fierce protection of Qila Dharam Singh Bhamba. When one of Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s queens expressed a desire to possess the fort, the Maharaja approached Sardar Tehal Singh Bhamba, requesting that he vacate the fort for her. In response, Tehal Singh asserted that the fort was built by his father and himself specifically for their own queens. Resolute in his determination, he declared that if the Maharaja sought to acquire the fort, he would have to fight for it, as surrendering it was not an option under any circumstance.  


Maharaja Ranjit Singh deliberated with many Sikh Sardars about this matter. However, they cautioned him against provoking the Bhamba Sardars, who were from the Sandhu Jatt lineage—an esteemed group of chiefs within several Sikh Misals. A confrontation with this powerful family could risk destabilizing the Sikh military and Misals. Understanding the consequences, Ranjit Singh abandoned his plans to seize the fort. Nevertheless, he retaliated by revoking more than half of Sardar Tehal Singh Bhamba’s land as a punitive measure.  


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### **Sardar Fathe Singh Bhamba – A Patriarch’s Legacy**  


The lineage of Sardar Tehal Singh Bhamba continued with his only son, Sardar Fathe Singh Bhamba, who played significant roles as a Darbari in the Lahore Court and as a Military Commander. Fathe Singh’s leadership maintained the family’s prominence during a time of transition and change.  


Fathe Singh became the father of three sons, including the eldest, Sardar Jwala Singh Bhamba. After Fathe Singh’s passing, Jwala Singh assumed the position of Darbari in the Lahore Court. Tragically, Sardar Jwala Singh’s life was cut short when he drowned in the Ravi River while attempting to cross it. At the time of his death, he owned 2,800 acres of land and left behind five children: four sons—Sardar Inder Singh Bhamba, Sardar Sohan Singh Bhamba, Sardar Suchet Singh Bhamba, and Sardar Pratap Singh Bhamba—and one daughter, Bibi Bantan.  


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Picture of sardar bahadur sardar Boloka singh bhamba of Qila Dharam Singh "Bhambe da Qila"

Civil judge, zaildar, jagirdar, Honraray megistrate of lahore and kasur 



### **Sardar Bolaka Singh Bhamba – A Visionary During British Rule**  


Following Jwala Singh’s untimely demise, his younger brother, Sardar Bolaka Singh Bhamba, ascended as Darbari in the Lahore Court during the period leading up to the collapse of the Sikh Empire and the onset of British control over Punjab.  


Sardar Bolaka Singh Bhamba, the son of Sardar Fathe Singh Bhamba and grandson of Sardar Tehal Singh Bhamba, proved to be an influential figure during the British era. He owned an impressive 6,000 acres of land and was deeply engaged in social and political spheres, serving as *Jagirdar*, *Zaildar*, and Honorary Magistrate of Lahore and Kasur. His immense stature as one of Punjab’s leading landlords (*Zimidars*) was complemented by his progressive vision.  


Bolaka Singh left a significant legacy, including the establishment of jails at Qila Dharam Singh and the inauguration of the Balloke Head, located near the fort. A stone bearing his name, inscribed in Urdu, still stands there today as a testament to his contributions.  


His dedication to his community was remarkable. He founded a village named *Kaawe Bolaka Singh* in his honor and built a mosque for his Muslim farmworkers to ensure they had a place for prayer. Bolaka Singh also constructed the iconic *Seesh Mahal*, a splendid haveli adorned with intricate mirror work, at his farm. Furthermore, he owned havelis in Bhamba Kalan and the village of Mohabta Wala. Despite his vow to reclaim the vast tracts of land once owned by his grandfather, Sardar Tehal Singh, which included over 100 villages, Bolaka Singh was able to recover only 55 villages with the support of his brothers, Sardar Bud Singh Bhamba and Sardar Jwala Singh Bhamba.  


The historic book *The Punjab Chiefs* by Lepel H. Griffin, published in 1890, commemorates the life and accomplishments of Sardar Bolaka Singh Bhamba, recognizing him as one of the notable chiefs of Punjab.  


Bolaka Singh had six sons and three daughters:


S. Nihal Singh (died young in a horse accident)

S. Khushal Singh (Sub Inspector in police)

S. Ranjodh Singh (Zaildar)

S. Arjan Singh (Zaildar)

S. Chatter Singh (Inspector in police)

S. Narain Singh

Inder Kaur

Jindan Kaur

Sant Kaur

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A young age picture of S. Jawala singh bhamba 
S Bolaka Singh bhamba and S. Bur singh bhamba 


### **Sardar Bur Singh Bhamba – A Complex Figure**  


Sardar Bur Singh Bhamba, the youngest son of Sardar Fathe Singh Bhamba and grandson of Sardar Tehal Singh Bhamba, lived a unique and eventful life. His story is characterized by resilience and determination.  


Due to his first wife’s inability to bear children, a disparaging comment from an outsider compelled her to insist that Bur Singh remarry. His second marriage, arranged through her brother’s niece, produced four sons—Sardar Uttam Singh Bhamba, Sardar Dalip Singh Bhamba, Sardar Hakim Singh Bhamba, and Sardar Gurbhagat Singh Bhamba—and one daughter, Bibi Pal Kaur.  


Sardar Bur Singh was known for his wealth and opulence, owning 2,000 acres of land. His residence featured marble flooring segmented by wires of real gold, showcasing his grandeur. Remarkably, he married for the second time at the age of 70, further enriching his legacy.  



A Letter from viceroy of India Duffrins to sardar Bolaka Singh bhamba.


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