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Among the Nihungs.

21st July 2014

Warriors, Wisdom and Battalions.

'We are the Panth. We are the liberated ones. Can anyone say they are
free? They are too concerned with their kids. This! This is freedom,
this way of the Nihungs. It is a rule bestowed upon us by the tenth
king!'
-Baba Santa Singh Ji, oral interview.

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Nihungs of the Tarna-Dal.

In 1733 A.D. Akali-Nihung Nawab Kapoor Singh Ji radically altered the structure of the
Dal-Panth.His revamped system served the Khalsa well, especially since it ushered
Punjab into a new era; that of the Sikh empire. In the aftermath of the Anglo-Sikh Wars
Nihung Dals suffered heavy setbacks, with only the two pontificate,Budha-Dal and
Tarna-Dal, legions surviving. Contemporarily, more than 20 Nihung Dals abound globally
with seven holding prominent prowess in the Sikh world. Among the latter are the BudhaDal and Tarna-Dal. Notwithstanding almost two centuries of marginalizing, and

factionalism, all Nihung Dals have succeeded in preserving Nawab Kapoor Singh's
fundamental system and chain of command. Via the latter the Budha-Dal holds the
paramount power to parent a new Dal, elect Jathedars, pass the final verdict on Nihung
matters and resolve any disputes. The Jathedari-System promulgates a chief
commander-in-chief who in turn is served by all local, and mediocre, commanders. His
chief aides are a second-in-command and a Jathedar of the Chalda-Vaheer or nomadic
battalion. Pre-1960 era the Budha-Dal Chalda-Vaheer was designated the statues of the
5th Takhat and currently travels from state to state, briefing the paramount Jathedar of
the Budha-Dal on relevant matters.Amongst these 20 existing Nihung Dals,life follows a
traditional trend. All proponents serve in various capabilities, and the chief Jathedars see
to the logistics, and spiritual needs of their wards. The Jathedar of each Dal imbues the
unique spirit of his own entity, whether that be spiritualism or militarism. These men can
be said to be their Dal, in short. Let us now take a look at some of the most prominent
Dals today.

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A Nihung in the Punjab.

The Budha-Dal:
'Baba Budha Ji you have performed a great service in the Gurus house. You shall forever
be remembered in the world, in your name will run the supreme Khalsa army.'

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Budha-Dal, pre-2010 A.D.

The name Budhanot only reflects thisDal's senior prominence, but also it's primordial
origins. Pontificate amongst all Nihungs (and historically among the Khalsa) the BudhaDal is a glorious iconoclast. A repository of primeval traditions, this Dal traces it's lineage
directly to Akali-Nihung Guru Gobind Singh Ji. Initially headed by Akali-Nihung's Binod
Singh Ji and Darbara Singh Ji, Nawab Kapoor Singh Ji refurbished it's structure for
optimal effect. Even today the senior pedagogues and generals of the panth reside with
the Budha-Dal,whereas their more younger counterparts are possessed by the TarnaDal. In the post-Sikh empire period several entities have attempted to hijack the BudhaDal, among them the British, the Patiala monarchy and currently the nefarious SGPC.
Their attempts so far have proven unsuccessful although currently two Budha-Dal's run
rife. The initial Dalis under the aegis of Akali-Nihung Joginder Singh Ji, whilst his
superior, Baba Surjit Singh Ji, languishes in jail. The second Dal is headed by the SGPC,
and a certain Dalbir Singh. The latter has been involved in several violent putchs and has
often insulted the entire Nihung order. Akali-Nihung Joginder Singh Ji currently resides
at Raqba and is presently promulgating Gurmat globally.

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Akali-Nihung Joginder Singh Ji.

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Akali-Nihung Baba Surjit Singh Ji.

The Tarna-Dal:
It is said that upon announcing the birth of the Tarna-Dal, Nawab Kapoor Singh Ji placed
the turban of it's command atop Akali-Nihung Baba Deep Singh Ji's head. The latter, a
close companion of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, accepted this mantle with a vigorous
enthusiasm and commenced crafting his command. In tandem with the Nawab, Baba
Deep Singh effectively transformed Khalsa military structure via the Tarna-Dal. Primarily
he trained 7,000 of it's recruits into a 24/7 quick reaction cavalry, whilst it's infantry
counterpart was educated in reconnaissance and special operations. Despite
possessing more manpower than the Budha-Dal, Tarna often bowed to it's wishes and
relied on it for a conclusive verdict. Historically Bibeksar, neighboring Amritsar, was it's
historic headquarters but in the early 20th century it's Jathedars relocated it to Baba
Bakala. Presently it is under the command of Akali-Nihung Makhan Singh Ji.
Traditionally, and contemporarily, any new Dal formed by the Budha-Dal often derives it's
members from Tarna's ranks.

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Historic watercolour depicting Baba Deep Singh Ji battling Afghani Jihadis.

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Baba Makhan Singh Ji (right).

The Baba Bidhi Chand Dal:
After the death of his beloved apostle, Baba Bidhi Chand Ji, Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji
deputed the latter's son, Baba Lal Chand Ji, to command his father's battalion and
ensure it's perpetual survival. Even today the direct descendants of Baba Bidhi Chand Ji
command this Dal, and ubiquitously spread the teachings of their beloved forefather's
master. The Dal's 10th pontificate Jathedar Baba Sohan Singh Ji, with the blessings of
the Budha-Dal, officially promulgated his command in 1929 A.D. Since then theDal has
earned extensive accolades for it's altruism and charity. In 1984 A.D. during Operation
Bluestar, it's 11th Jathedar, Baba Daya Singh Ji, lead 120,000 men in a glorious charge
against the Indian army outside Amritsar. His forces finally succumbed to superior
airpower but otherwise inflicted a decisive toll upon their national foes. Emulating the
conduct of Guru Nanak Dev Ji in all of it's actions, the Baba Bidhi Chand Dal truly is an
influential bulwark of the modern Khalsa panth.

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Baba Daya Singh Ji (1920-2014) with his two successors.

The Baba Bakala Dal:
The residential battalion of village Bakala, the Baba Bakala Dal is famed for it's anticorruption stand. Synonymous with the victims of 1984 A.D. the Dal was considerably
reduced at the hands of state personnel and armed forces during the said era. Currently
commanded by Akali-Nihung Baba Hari Singh Ji it is probably the most picturesque
Nihung Dal owing to Baba Hari Singh Ji's high media profile.

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Baba Hari Singh Ji with Baba Swarnjit Singh Ji.

The Harian-Bela Dal:

Akali-Nihung Baba Harbhajan Singh Ji, Budha-Dal, formed this Dal in 1949 A.D.
Subsequently, in 1961 A.D., the Harian-Bela Nihungs became famous for their valorous
removal of a corrupt nihilist from Paonta Sahib. After Baba Harbhajan Singh Ji's demise,
Baba Bishan Singh Ji, of Tarna-Dal, and Baba Nihal Singh Ji were elected to lead it. In the
aftermath of Baba Bishan Singh Ji's demise, Baba Nihal Singh became the sole
commandant of Harian-Bela. Despite suffering horrific wounds during the '61 episode,
and at the hands of the Indian paramilitary in '84, he still retains his magnetic charisma
and legendary stamina. Under him the Harian-Bela Nihungs have seen a mass growth in
prominence and possessions. Currently running several hospitals, and educative
ventures, the Harian-Bela Nihungs are a spectacle to witness.

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The election of Baba Bishan Singh Ji and Baba Nihal Singh Ji.
The Guru Nanak Dev Dal:
Founded in 1960 A.D. with the blessings of Akali-Nihung Chet Singh Ji, the then
Commander-in-Chief of the Budha Dal, the Guru Nanak Dev Dal was the brainchild of
Akali-Nihung Karam Singh Ji Dandiya Wale and Akali-Nihung Kehar Singh Ji (the Dal's
initial commander). A high spirited Sikh, Akali-Nihung Karam Singh Ji was a close
confidant of Akali-Nihung Kehar Singh Ji's family, and had given the Dal it's name. After
it's formation, Baba Kehar Singh Ji led his battalion on a three year sojourn of Khalsa
shrines throughout India. Currently the Guru Nanak Dev Dal is headed by Akali-Nihung
Maan Singh Ji, the son and chosen successor of Akali-Nihung Kehar Singh Ji.

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Baba Maan Singh Ji (right with farla) gifting Baba Santa Singh Ji a sword.
The Khyale Wale Dal:
Descended from a venerable lineage of scholarly saints, it was highly evident that AkaliNihung Trilok Singh Ji would illuminate his name globally. Thus, with the blessings of
Akali-Nihung Santa Singh Ji and the contemporaneous Budha Dal, amongst the
thundering of war drums he was formally recognised as the founding father of the
Khyale Wale Dal. Dedicated to the preservation of historic Gurughars, and the mystical
elements of the Khalsa, the Dal is formally encamped at Khyale; a city of prestigious
historicity and a mythical pull of it's own.

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Baba Trilok Singh Ji.

Posted 21st July 2014 by Admin at Misl-E-Hukumat

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