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Jang Singh, a valiant freedom fighter, was born in 1922 in Ullak village, Mansa district, Punjab to Sarwan Singh, a humble farmer. From a young age, he assisted his father in farming, but his life took a turn when he joined the British Indian Army and was posted to Malaya. There, he came under the influence of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, whose powerful call for India’s freedom inspired Jang Singh to join the Azad Hind Fauj (Indian National Army, INA) in 1942.

Between 1942 and 1945, Jang Singh fought fearlessly against British colonial forces in Malaya, Burma, playing a vital role in the armed struggle for national independence. His revolutionary activities led to his court-martial at the Red Fort in Delhi, and he was placed under house arrest for several months. Despite the suffering, his resolve for India’s freedom never weakened.

In recognition of his bravery and contributions, the then Hon’ble Prime Minister Smt. Indira Gandhi honoured Jang Singh on 15 August 1972 with a Tamra Patra and freedom fighter’s pension. He later lived a peaceful life with his wife, Gurnam Kaur and their four children.

Jang Singh passed away on 1 March 2008, leaving behind a proud legacy of sacrifice, courage, and patriotism for the nation.

Freedom Fighter Pension issued by the Government of Punjab.

Source: Pankaj Kumar, Contributor for CCRT