Template:Infobox military conflict
Template:Campaignbox Early Mughal-Sikh Wars
The Battle of Kiratpur, also known as the Battle of Kiratpur Sahib, took place between the Sikhs, commanded by Guru Hargobind, and the Mughals, commanded by the Ruler and Pathans of Ropar. This skirmish is historically notable as the final military conflict involving Guru Hargobind before he focused on the spiritual consolidation of the Sikh community.[1]
Battle
The Mughals, Pathans, Gujjars and other locals at Ropar were jealous of Guru Hargobind's popularity and wanted to avenge an earlier defeat of theirs. The Pathans launched a surprise attack on Guru Hargobind who was accompanied by only 22 Sikhs.[2][1]
Guru Hargobind was forced to take shelter in Brahman Majra where he and the Sikhs held off the Mughal and coalition forces until reinforcements from Kiratpur could arrive. The arrival of these reinforcements turned the tide, leading to a rout of the Mughal and Pathan forces.[1][2][3]
Outcome and Legacy
The battle resulted in a decisive Sikh victory. The Pathans were forced to retreat back to Ropar, ensuring a safe passage for the Guru to Kiratpur Sahib.[2]
Kiratpur Sahib, a gurdwara was constructed at the location of the battle by Sant Kartar Singh Bhindranwale in 1975.[2]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 History Of The Sikh Gurus - A Comprehensive Study{{#if:|, }
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 The Encyclopedia Of Sikhism - Volume I A-D{{#if:www.DiscoverSikhism.com|, www.DiscoverSikhism.com}
- ↑ The Sikh reference book{{#if:Dilagīra|, Dilagīra}. Edmonton, Alb., Canada : Sikh Educational Trust for Sikh University Centre, Denmark ; Amritsar : Available from Singh Bros.(1997). ISBN 978-0-9695964-2-4