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Bhag Singh
Ahluwalia was a prominent leader in Sikh history, known for his virtuous and liberal-minded nature. He succeeded Jassa Singh Ahluwalia as the head of the Ahluwalia Misl and played a crucial role in shaping the region's politics and society. Bhag Singh formed a friendly alliance with
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Bhag Singh formed strategic alliances, including helping the
Kanhaiyas recover Batala from the Ramgarhias in 1789. He also intercepted and defeated Man Chand, brother of Raja Samar Chand Katoch, who had come to aid Jassa Singh Ramgarhia. In 1792, Bhag Singh met Raja Sansar Chand Katoch at
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Bhag Singh's leadership began with a significant victory, expelling Hari Singh
Dallewalia from Chamkaur and restoring the Sodhis' possession. In 1785, he saved
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Bhangis in Amritsar by providing passage through his territory and later sending troops to repel the pursuers. The same year, Bhag Singh allowed
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Jawalamukhi, and they exchanged turbans as a symbol of brotherhood, solidifying their families' friendship.
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