Fateh Singh (Sikh warrior)

Fateh Singh (1699-1705), also known as Baba Fateh Singh Ji, was the youngest son of Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Sikh Guru, and Mata Jito. He is revered in Sikhism as one of the most important martyrs, known for his unwavering faith and courage in the face of persecution.

Fateh Singh, along with his elder brother Zorawar Singh, were captured by Wazir Khan, the Mughal governor of Sirhind, in December 1705 after the evacuation of Anandpur. Despite being offered promises of wealth and position if they converted to Islam, both boys refused, remaining steadfast in their Sikh faith.

Wazir Khan sentenced them to death by bricking them alive within a wall. It is believed that the wall collapsed before it was completed, and the brothers were subsequently beheaded on December 26, 1705. Their martyrdom is commemorated annually by Sikhs worldwide, particularly during the Shaheedi Jor Mela at Fatehgarh Sahib.

Fateh Singh's sacrifice at such a young age (he was approximately six years old) is considered a pivotal moment in Sikh history, exemplifying the Sikh principles of courage, righteousness, and unwavering commitment to one's faith, even in the face of death. His story serves as an inspiration to Sikhs to stand up for their beliefs and resist tyranny.