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Coordinates: 31°12′07″N 77°45′07″E / 31.202°N 77.752°E / 31.202; 77.752
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Battle of Rohlu
Date1772 AD
Location
Rohru, Himachal Pradesh
31°12′07″N 77°45′07″E / 31.202°N 77.752°E / 31.202; 77.752
Result Kangra victory
Belligerents
Kangra Kingdom
Supported by:
Kingdom of Guler
Chamba Kingdom
Supported by:
Nurpur kingdom
Commanders and leaders
Sansar Chand Raj Singh 
Strength
Unknown Unknown
Casualties and losses
Unknown Unknown

The Battle of Rohlu took place in 1772[citation needed], between Rajputs and Mughals marking a significant chapter in the history of the Kangra region, particularly involving Sansar Chand and Raja Raj Singh of Chamba. The conflict emerged shortly after Sansar Chand gained formal possession of the Kangra fort and set his sights on expanding his dominion into the neighboring hilly principalities.[1]

Background

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The Kangra fort had been under the control of the Mughal Qiladars, and Sansar Chand, seeking to extend his influence, targeted the strategically important territory of Rohlu. The stage was set for a confrontation between Sansar Chand and Raja Raj Singh of Chamba.[2]

The Battle

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The Chamba chief, in alliance with the Raja of Nurpur, faced Sansar Chand's forces, which were bolstered by the support of the chief of Guler. The clash occurred in the Rohlu region, and it is reported that Sansar Chand launched a surprise attack that proved decisive. The battle unfolded with intensity, and during the course of the conflict, Raja Raj Singh of Chamba fell on the battlefield. His death dealt a severe blow to the Chamba-Nurpur alliance, leading to the rout of their forces.

The battle resulted in following consequence :

  • Battle of Rohlu (1772)[failed verification] led to Rohlu's territory passing to the Katock chief, advancing Sansar Chand's expansion. Despite victory, the Rohlu fort stayed under Chamba's control.[3]

References

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  1. ^ Singh, R.K. (1975). Himachal–Past, Present & Future. Himachal Pradesh University. pp. 84–85.
  2. ^ Singh, R.K. (1975). Himachal–Past, Present & Future. Himachal Pradesh University. p. 84.
  3. ^ Singh, R.K. (1975). Himachal–Past, Present & Future. Himachal Pradesh University. p. 85.