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1 Saka Chamkaur Sahib
The Battle of Chamkaur Sahib (Saka Chamkaur Sahib) (ਸਾਕਾ ਚਮਕੌਰ) stands as one of the most defining and spiritually powerful events in Sikh history. This historic encounter, fought in December 1704, reflects unparalleled courage, sacrifice, and unwavering faith demonstrated by Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and his beloved Singhs against an overwhelmingly large Mughal force.
This page offers the official SGPC booklet authore by Prof Jagdish Singh – “ਸਾਕਾ ਚਮਕੌਰ” – as a free PDF download, preserving the original Punjabi narrative along with classical illustrations that visually recount this monumental chapter of Sikh history.
ਸਾਕਾ ਚਮਕੌਰ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਸਿੱਖ ਇਤਿਹਾਸ ਦਾ ਉਹ ਅਮਰ ਅਧਿਆਇ ਹੈ ਜਿੱਥੇ ਥੋੜ੍ਹੇ ਸਿੱਖਾਂ ਨੇ ਲੱਖਾਂ ਦੀ ਫੌਜ ਦੇ ਸਾਹਮਣੇ ਡਟ ਕੇ ਧਰਮ, ਸੱਚ ਅਤੇ ਅਕਾਲ ਪੁਰਖ ਦੀ ਮਰਿਆਦਾ ਦੀ ਰੱਖਿਆ ਕੀਤੀ।
ਦਸੰਬਰ 1704 ਵਿੱਚ ਲੜੀ ਗਈ ਇਹ ਲੜਾਈ ਸ਼੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਗੋਬਿੰਦ ਸਿੰਘ ਜੀ ਦੀ ਅਗਵਾਈ ਹੇਠ ਅਦਭੁੱਤ ਸ਼ਹਾਦਤ, ਬਹਾਦਰੀ ਅਤੇ ਆਤਮਕ ਬਲ ਦੀ ਮਿਸਾਲ ਬਣੀ।
ਇਹ SGPC ਵੱਲੋਂ ਪ੍ਰਕਾਸ਼ਿਤ ਪੁਸਤਿਕਾ “ਸਾਕਾ ਚਮਕੌਰ” ਚਮਕੌਰ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਦੀ ਲੜਾਈ, ਵੱਡੇ ਸਾਹਿਬਜ਼ਾਦਿਆਂ ਦੀ ਸ਼ਹੀਦੀ ਅਤੇ ਗੁਰੂ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਦੇ ਅਟੱਲ ਹੌਂਸਲੇ ਨੂੰ ਸੰਖੇਪ ਪਰ ਪ੍ਰਭਾਵਸ਼ਾਲੀ ਢੰਗ ਨਾਲ ਦਰਸਾਉਂਦੀ ਹੈ। ਇਹ PDF ਵਿਦਿਆਰਥੀਆਂ, ਸੰਗਤ ਅਤੇ ਸਿੱਖ ਇਤਿਹਾਸ ਨਾਲ ਦਿਲਚਸਪੀ ਰੱਖਣ ਵਾਲਿਆਂ ਲਈ ਬਹੁਤ ਮਹੱਤਵਪੂਰਨ ਹੈ।
2 About the Saka Chamkaur Sahib Booklet (SGPC)
This booklet is a concise yet powerful historical account published under Sikh institutional guidance, designed to educate readers about:
- The circumstances leading to the Battle of Chamkaur
- The heroic stand of Guru Gobind Singh Ji at Chamkaur Garhi
- The supreme sacrifices of the elder Sahibzadas – Baba Ajit Singh Ji and Baba Jujhar Singh Ji
- The spiritual resolve and strategic wisdom shown even in the face of near-certain martyrdom
The narrative is written in Punjabi (Gurmukhi) and supported by traditional paintings that bring historical scenes to life.
3 Book Details – Saka Chamkaur Sahib PDF
| Book Title | Saka Chamkaur Sahib (ਸਾਕਾ ਚਮਕੌਰ) |
|---|---|
| Subject | Battle of Chamkaur Sahib (1704) |
| Key Personalities | Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Ji, Sahibzada Jujhar Singh Ji |
| Language | Punjabi (Gurmukhi) |
| Publisher | Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) |
| Book Type | Illustrated Historical Booklet |
| Total Pages | 20 Pages |
| Format | PDF (Digital Download) |
| Category | Sikh History, Shaheedi, Sikh Battles |
| Usage | Educational, Religious Study, Sikh Awareness |
4 What This PDF Covers
1. Historical Background
The booklet explains the events following the evacuation of Anandpur Sahib, the hardships faced by Guru Sahib and the Khalsa, and the circumstances that led them to take refuge at Chamkaur.
2. The Battle at Chamkaur Garhi
It vividly describes how a small group of Singhs defended the fort against thousands of enemy soldiers, turning Chamkaur into a symbol of divine resistance and moral victory.
3. Shaheedi of the Elder Sahibzadas
One of the most emotional sections narrates how Baba Ajit Singh Ji and Baba Jujhar Singh Ji, despite their young age, sought permission from Guru Gobind Singh Ji to enter the battlefield and attained Shaheedi with unmatched bravery.
4. Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s Escape
The booklet also recounts how Guru Sahib, following the Khalsa Panth’s collective decision, left Chamkaur to continue the divine mission of righteousness and justice.
5 Download Saka Chamkaur Sahib PDF Book
You can download the complete SGPC booklet in PDF format using the link below and preserve this priceless account of Sikh valor and sacrifice.
(For educational and religious awareness purposes only, as provided by Shiromani Gurudwara Prabandhak Committee)
