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6 unusual facts about Nahar Singh


Ballabhgarh

Bahadur Singh's successor Raja Nahar Singh ascended the throne in 1829 and proved to be a just ruler.

The earliest parts of Nahar Singh's palace, called Nahar Singh Mahal were constructed by his ancestor Rao Balram after whom the estate was named, who came to power in 1739, the construction however continued in parts till about 1850, under Nahar Singh.

Bharatpur State

Raja Nahar Singh (1823–1858) was another notable king of this princely state.

Charan Singh

Charan Singh's ancestor was the prominent leader of the Indian Rebellion of 1857, Raja Nahar Singh of Ballabhgarh (in present day Haryana).

Gulab Singh Saini

His ancestors were close associates of Raja Nahar Singh's family for many generations and Gulab Singh's forefathers traditionally held the ranks of army chief successively in this predominantly Jat principality.

Kuchesar

Although she was childless, Bhup Kumari's husband Raja Khusal Singh, nephew of Raja Nahar Singh of Ballabhgarh, laid claim to the estates; this was disputed by other claimants.



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