Gaur Brahmins

Gaur Brahmins

Gaur Brahmins (Gurmukhi: ਗੌੜ ਬ੍ਰਾਹਮਣ) (spelling variations: Gor, Gour or Gauda), is a landholding class of Brahmin community in India. The Gauda Brahmins are one of the five Pancha Gauda Brahmin communities that lives in the north of the Vindhyas.

Origins and History

Gaur Brahmins originated from Kurukshetra (Ancient Brahmavarta) region. Initially inhabiting tracts of land between the Yamuna and Sutlej rivers. Today they are most numerous in the western half of Northern India, particularly in the states of Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan as well as in the western parts of Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Madhya Pradesh and a significant amount are present in other northern states of India such as Himachal Pradesh and Jammu. In Sir George Campbell's Ethnology of India, it is suggested that Gaurs may have derived their names from the Ghaggar-Hakra River, which, in ancient times, was a tributary of Saraswati and now discharges its waters into the Sutlej near Firozpur.

Description of Brahmins of Kurukshetra area in Manusmriti

Kurukshetra and the land of Matsyas, Pañcāla and Sursenkas constitutes the land of Brahmin seers which borders on the Brahmavarta. All the people on Earth should learn their respective practices from a Brahmin born in that land.

Sub-divisions and nature

Majority of the Gaur Brahmins in every region introduce themselves as simply Gaurs (or Adi Gaurs), but with the passage of time, some territory based sub-divisions came into existence in some specific regions.

The Divisions of the Gaur Brahmins are:

1. Adi Gaur (without Territory based identity)
2. Garhwali Gaur (Uttarakhand)
3. Shri Gaur (Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Gujarat)
4. Dahima Gaur (Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan)
5. Taga Gaur (Western Uttar Pradesh)
6. Sanadhya Gaur (Western Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh & Rajasthan)
7. Gurjar Gaur (Rajasthan)
8. Dhusar/Bhargav Gaur (Rajasthan)
9. Parikh Gaur (Rajasthan)
10. Sikhwal Gaur (Rajasthan)
11. Khandelwal Gaur (Rajasthan)
12. Paliwal Gaur (Rajasthan)
13. Hirnaya/Haryana Gaur (Rajasthan)
14. Mewada Gaur (Rajasthan)
15. Pushkarna Gaur (Rajasthan)
16. Menaria Gaur (Rajasthan)
17. Bagda Gaur (found in Bagad region of Rajasthan, Haryana & Punjab border)

Johan Wilson, a Scottish missionary mentions in his book Indian castes :

They (Gaurs), with the Sárasvatas, are in a certain sense the most liberalized and the least regardful of Bráhmanical institutes of all the Bráhmans in India. The comparative liberality and common sense of the Gauda Bráhmans (including the Sárasvatas associated with them), it may be safely said, has been noticed in many districts of India.

Mr. Campbell gives of it the following pleasing illustration connected with the Bráhmans near Delhi:

Wherever they are found in this country they are capital cultivators, quiet, industrious, intelligent; there is no better population, and the women work as well as the men. It was remarked by the fugitives from Delhi at the time of the mutiny, that whenever they came to a Gujar village.
They were always plundered; whenever they came to a Brahman village, they were always kindly treated, while at any other village their treatment was uncertain.

Demographics

Gaur Brahmins are present and found in significant numbers in:

• Punjab: Approximately 3%
• Haryana: 8-9% of the state's population
• Delhi: Approximately 14%
• Rajasthan: 9-10%
• Western Uttar Pradesh: 12-15% along with Taga Gaurs
• Uttarakhand: Approximately 10% or above (Garhwali Gaurs)
• Himachal Pradesh: Approximately 1.8 - 4%
• Jammu (division of Jammu & Kashmir): Approximately 2%
• Madhya Pradesh

Military Contributions

During British Raj, Gaur Brahmins were described as "Martial race".

They were mostly composed in below regiments and companies of British Indian Army:

• 1st Brahmans
• 3rd Brahmans
• Punjab Regiment
• 9th Bhopal Infantry
• 43rd Erinpura
• Sikh Regiment

Military spirit

Author Ajaypal Singh Brar mentions a story of World War-I, he says:

After losing three of her sons, a Gaur Brahmin woman from Rawalpindi sent her remaining sons to war (WW1).

Haryana State Gazetteer mention:

Given the new circumstances, a significant number of Brahman youths have developed a strong interest in joining the army. As a result, they have become excellent officers who serve their country with distinction. In addition to their military service, many Brahman individuals have pursued careers as advocates, bureaucrats, successful businessmen, and skilled agriculturists.

Society, Education and Culture

Society and Education

Gaur Brahmins are mainly engaged in agriculture and other occupations with a very small population engaged in priestly work.

In a study conducted by the Department of Anthropology at the University of Delhi, it was discovered that over 95% of them (Gaurs of NCR region) surveyed were literate, specifically 97.03% and the primary occupation of these individuals was in the field of business.

In many regions, Gaur Brahmins have their own institutions and panchayats at village, tehsil, district and state level.

Culture

Gaur Brahmins of different regions have different culture and language with common culture of worshipping Hindu deities, like Shiva, Durga, Hanuman and Sheetla Mata, in Samarth (Vedanta) way of Darshan and celebrates festivals like Holi, Diwali, Dussehra, Sankranti and Shivratri.

Intern community links are also made with other communities like Dhobi, Nai, Chamar and Bania etc.

Political influence

Due to a significant population in Haryana, Delhi, Rajasthan, and Western Uttar Pradesh, Gaur Brahmins constitute a politically influential community in the following regions:

Haryana

The GT-Karnal belt is recognized as the Brahmin stronghold in Haryana, where representatives from the Brahmin community frequently hold positions as Members of Parliament.

Delhi

In Delhi, Brahmins, primarily Gaurs, form a substantial population that exceeds the combined numbers of Jats and Gujjars, enabling them to play a dominant role in the political landscape.

Rajasthan

In Rajasthan, Brahmins make up the single largest community, accounting for approximately 8-9% of the population, followed by Jats at around 7-8%. A significant number of Chief Ministers in Rajasthan have belonged to the Brahmin community, with many being from the Gaur and its subcastes.

List of Notable Gaur Brahmins

Religious figures

• Ramananda - was a 15th-century (c. 1400s) Indian saint and religious reformer who promoted the idea of devotion to God through love and service, and played a significant role in the development of Vaishnavism and the Bhakti movement.
• Hith Harivansh Mahaprabhu - was a 15th-century Indian saint and poet who was the founder of Radha Vallabh Sampradaya, to which Sant Premanandji of Varindavan belongs to.
• Dadu Dayal - was a 16th-century (1544-1603 AD) Indian saint and poet who emphasized the importance of inner purity, social harmony, and unity in his teachings as part of the Bhakti movement.
• Parmananda - was a 15th-century (1483 AD) Indian saint and poet of the Bhakti movement.
• Bhai Almast - was a 16th century (1553-1643 AD) Udasi saint and leader of a main branch of the Udasi Sampradaya who preached Udasi faith in Sindh and East regions of India.
• Bhai Balu Hasna - was a 16th century (1564-1660 AD) Udasi saint and leader of a main branch of the Udasi Sampradaya who preached Udasi faith in Pothohar of Punjab and other regions of India.
• Bhai Sant Rain - was a 18th century (1741-1871 AD) Udasi saint and scholar, who wrote Guru Nanak Vijay, Man Prabodh, Anbhai Amrit, Sri Guru Nanak Bodh and Udasi Bodh.
• Baba Balchandra Bankhandi - was a 19th century (1803-1863 AD) Udasi saint, who found Sadhu Belo of Sukkar (Sindh).
• Pandit Ram Basant Singh - was a 19th century (1887 - 1957 AD) Nirmala Saint, who was Rajpurohit of Maharaja of Patiala.
• Baba Mula Sant - was a 16th century Vaishnav saint from Wazirabad, most of his followers come from Jhang, Shahpur, Gujranwala (Pakistan), and Aroras have a great reverence for him.

Bhatts and their contribution

The Bhatts, who greatly contributed to Adi Guru Granth Sahib and sacrificed their lives for the sake of Gurus and their Panth, belonged to the Gaur Brahmin family, of Kaushish gotra, of Sultanpur Lodhi (Punjab) and were descendants of a common ancestor, Bhatt Raiya Gaur.

The Bhatts were followers of Vaishnava belief and contributed to Adi Guru Granth Sahib in the form of "123 Saviyee", which is known as '"Bhatt Bani"'.

The List of Bhatt Contributors of Adi Guru Granth Sahib:

• Bhatt Bhikha (Son of Bhatt Raiya)
• Bhatt Jalap (Son of Bhatt Bhikha; Grandson of Bhatt Raiya)
• Bhatt Kirat (Son of Bhatt Bhikha; Grandson of Bhatt Raiya)
• Bhatt Mathura (Son of Bhatt Bhikha; Grandson of Bhatt Raiya)
• Bhatt Kalshar (Son of Bhatt Chokha; Grandson of Bhatt Raiya)
• Bhatt Gayand (Son of Bhatt Chokha; Grandson of Bhatt Raiya)
• Bhatt Salh/Sal (Son of Bhatt Sekha; Grandson of Bhatt Raiya)
• Bhatt Bhalh (Son of Bhatt Sekha; Grandson of Bhatt Raiya)
• Bhatt Harbans (Son of Bhatt Gokha; Grandson of Bhatt Raiya)
• Bhatt Bal (Son of Bhatt Tokha; Grandson of Bhatt Raiya)
• Bhatt Nalh/Nal (Son of Unknown Bhatt)
• Bhatt Kal (Son of Bhatt Bhikha; Grandson of Bhatt Raiya)
• Bhatt Jal (Son of Bhatt Chokha; Grandson of Bhatt Raiya)
• Bhatt Tal (Son of Bhatt Sekha; Grandson of Bhatt Raiya)
• Bhatt Das (Son of Bhatt Tokha; Grandson of Bhatt Raiya)
• Bhatt Sewak (Son of Bhatt Gokha; Grandson of Bhatt Raiya)
• Bhatt Jalan (Son of Bhatt Sewak; Grandson of Bhatt Gokha; Great-Grandson of Bhatt Raiya)

Martyrs of Bhatt family

• Bhatt Kirat (Son of Bhatt Bhikha; Martyr of Battle of Amritsar)
• Bhatt Mathura (Son of Bhatt Bhikha; Martyr of Battle of Ruhila)
• Bhatt Sohela (Son of Bhatt Mendan; Martyr of Battle of Mehraj)
• Bhatt Fateh Chand (Son of Bhatt Dharma; Martyr of Battle of Kartarpur)
• Bhatt Amir Chand (Son of Bhatt Dharma; Martyr of Battle of Kartarpur)
• Bhai Keso Singh (Grandson of Bhatt Kirat; Companion of Guru Gobind Singh; Martyr of Alowal massacre)
• Bhai Narbud Singh (Great-grandson of Bhatt Kirat; Companion of Guru Gobind Singh; Martyr of Alowal massacre)
• Bhai Hari Singh (Grandson of Bhatt Kirat; Martyr of Alowal massacre)
• Bhai Tara Singh (Great-grandson of Bhatt Kirat; Martyr of Alowal massacre)
• Bhai Seva Singh (Great-grandson of Bhatt Kirat; Martyr of Alowal massacre)
• Bhai Deva Singh (Great-grandson of Bhatt Kirat; Martyr of Alowal massacre)
• Bhai Desa Singh (Grandson of Bhatt Kirat; Companion of Guru Gobind Singh; Martyr of Alowal massacre)

Writers

• Guru Kian Sakhian - Bhai Sarup Singh Kaushish (direct-descendant of Bhatt Kirat Shaheed from the line of Bhatt Narbud Singh Shaheed)

• Shaheed Vilas Bhai Mani Singh - Bhai Seva Singh Kaushish (Brother of Bhai Sarup Singh Kaushish)

• Bhatt Vahis - Bhatts (from the family of Bhatt Kirat)

Rulers, Chieftains and Diwans

• Raja Dhyan Singh - was the last ruler of Sheikhupura state (Pakistan), who saved 8000 people during partition of Punjab.

• Misr Jawala Singh - was a Jagirdar of Kanaudh (Mahendragarh) during Patiala Riyasat

• Rawal Sona Paliwal - was a Jagirdar of Sirohi state during Maharao Vijayraj Sirohi, who held jagir of 1 village which due to the brave acts of his descendants increased to 6.

• Bahram Khan Gaur - formerly Bairusal Gaur, was the Chaudhary of Bachhraon whose descendants became Substantial Landowners in Western Rohilkhand region

• Diwan Ram Richpal Singh - was Wazir of the Jhajjar Riyasat

• Diwan Lacchu Singh - was Diwan of Nimrana Riyasat

Historical figures

During Brahmin Kingdom of Ganga-Yamuna Doab (11th century)

• Raja Vahupati "Padmaditiya" - was the founder of Brahmin Kingdom of Ganga-Yamuna Doab (Western Uttarpradesh) by dethroning the Previous ruler, Vikramaditya Dor.
• Raja Bhojadeva - was the successor of Raja Vahupati Padmaditiya and second ruler of the Kingdom.
• Raja Sahajaditya - was the successor of Raja Bhojadeva and third ruler of the Kingdom.
• Raja Ananga - was the successor of the Raja Sahajaditya and last ruler of the Kingdom.

During Kingdom of Mewar (566–1949)

• Purohit Teja Paliwal - was the Minister of War and peace of Maharana Kumbha.
• Purohit Narayandas Paliwal - was the General of Maharana Sanga, who joined Shaka with Rajputs and fell martyr during the Siege of Chittorgarh (1535).
• Purohit Garibdas Paliwal - was the Rajpurohit and Prominent General of Maharana Raj Singh I, who held jagir of 12 villages in Mewar Region of Rajasthan.
• Pt. Vitthaldas Paliwal - was a able commander under Maharana Amar Singh, who fought valiently in Battle of Ranakpur.

During Sur Empire (1538–1556)

• Brahmjit Gaur - was a prominent general in Sher Shah Suri's army, known for his military skills and strategic thinking.

During Chahamana dynasty of Jalore

• Mehta Somyat Vyas - was a General under Raja Kanhada Deva, who fell martyred during Battle of Jalore (1311) with Alauddin Khalji.

During Mughal Empire (1526–1857)

• Hemchandra Vikramaditya - was a 16th-century indian ruler who briefly served as the Prime Minister and de facto ruler of Delhi after winning a series of battles against the Mughal emperor Akbar's forces.
• Rao Nandlal Chaudhary - was the founder of Indore and Chief of Zamindars of Kampel region near Indore, who controlled Indore and its surrounding area under Mughals.
• Mian Tansen - Tansen, considered one of the greatest musicians in Indian history, was a prominent composer and singer in the court of Mughal Emperor Akbar during the 16th century.
• Raja Sheo Nath Singh - was a brave soldier in Shah Alam II's court who fought bravely against Afghans and received jagir of forty-two villages and title of Raja from the Mughal emperor.
• Chaudhary Lachmann Singh - was a Jagirdar of Shikarpur region (Western Uttarpradesh), who held jagir of 18 villages and 7 other villages in share.
• Raja Aman Singh - was the ruler of Sonipat (Haryana).

During Maratha Empire (1674–1818)

• Diwan Girdhari Lal Gaur - was a Diwan under Bhonsle Maratha Rulers, who completely eradicated the Terror of Pindari Raiders from Babai (Hoshangabad) region and held jagir of 20 villages.

During Kingdom of Bharatpur (1722–1947)

• Bakshi Gokul Ram Gaur - was a General and Bakshi Under Maharaja Suraj Mal, who fell martyred during the Battle of Delhi.
• Bakshi Surti Ram Gaur - was a General and Bakshi Under Maharaja Suraj Mal, and brother of Bakshi Gokul Ram Gaur

During Sikh Empire (1799–1849)

• Raja Khushal Singh Jamadar – was a brave military officer and chamberlain of Maharaja Ranjit Singh's court, he commanded the army that conquered Dera Ghazi Khan and received the title of Raja from Maharaja Ranjit Singh.
• Sardar Ram Singh Jamadar - was General of Maharaja Ranjit Singh's court, and was eldest son of Khushal Singh.
• Sardar Ram Singh - was Commander in Lahore Army and was brother of Khushal Singh Jamadar.
• Pandit Tarlok Chand - was General of Maharaja Ranjit Singh's court.

Indian Independence Movement (1857–1947)

During 1857 Uprising:

• Rao Dhan Singh - was the Military Governor of Shekhawati region during the upheaval of 1857, who along with his kinsman, played an active role in the struggle for independence in 1857 A.D and later his descendant, Rao Uttam Singh, became Diwan of Raja of Jind.

• Bholi Brahmani - was a revolutionary of Armed peasant revolt against Local Raja and British rule in 1854.

• Pt. Heera Singh - was a revolutionary of 1857 Uprising, who was convicted of Rebellion against British rule, and was sentenced to death.

• Pandit Baldeo - was a revolutionary of 1857 Uprising, who deserted British army and fought against the British forces while marching towards the Delhi, and fell martyr in 1857.

• Pandit Bala - was a revolutionary of 1857 Uprising, who was convicted of Rebellion against British rule, and was sentenced to death along with his brothers, Sobha and Behari.

• Pandit Sobha - was a revolutionary of 1857 Uprising, who was convicted of Rebellion against British rule, and was sentenced to death along with his brothers, Bala and Behari.

• Pandit Behari - was a revolutionary of 1857 Uprising, who was convicted of Rebellion against British rule, and was sentenced to death along with his brothers, Bala and Sobha.

• Pandit Harnand - was a revolutionary of 1857 Uprising, who was convicted of Rebellion against British rule, and was sentenced to death.

• Pandit Harumal - was a revolutionary of 1857 Uprising, who was convicted of Rebellion against British rule, and was sentenced to death.

• Pandit Charu Gaur - was a revolutionary of 1857 Uprising from Thanesar, who was convicted of Rebellion against British rule, and was sentenced to death.

• Pandit Jhumahari - was a revolutionary of 1857 Uprising, who deserted the British army in the favour of Rebellion, which led to his execution in 1857.

• Lambardar Hari Ram - was a revolutionary of 1857 Uprising, who was convicted of Rebellion against British rule, and was executed on 14 December 1857.

• Pt. Hari Ram - was a revolutionary of 1857 Uprising, who was convicted of active participation in attacks against British officers and army, which led to his execution on 14 December 1857.

• Pandit Rora - was a revolutionary of 1857 Uprising, who was convicted of Plundering the House of the British officer, Alfred and Rebelling against British rule, and was executed on 18 December 1857.

• Pandit Ramdhun - was a revolutionary of 1857 Uprising, who was convicted of Rebellion against British rule, and was executed on 24 December 1857.

• Pandit Masabeeru - was a revolutionary of 1857 Uprising, who was convicted of Rebellion against British rule, and was executed on 18 January 1858.

• Pandit Sewdeen (Shivdeen) - was a revolutionary of 1857 Uprising, who was convicted of Rebellion against British rule, and was executed on 18 January 1858.

• Pandit Hardial - was a revolutionary of 1857 Uprising, who was convicted of Rebellion against British rule, and was executed on 12 February 1858.

• Pandit Khugga - was a revolutionary of 1857 Uprising, who was convicted of helping Imperial forces, and was executed on 27 February 1858.

• Pandit Gopal - was a revolutionary of 1857 Uprising, who was convicted of helping imperial forces against British rule, which led to his execution on 27 February 1858.

• Pandit Denla - was a revolutionary of 1857 Uprising, who was convicted of Plundering Houses of British Officers and helping imperial forces against British rule, which lead to his execution on 13 March 1858.

• Pt. Narayan Sharma - was a revolutionary of 1857 Uprising, who was convicted of assisting rebel forces of Aligarh region and murdering British officers, which led to his execution in 1858.

• Pt. Baldev Singh - was a revolutionary of 1857 Uprising, who deserted the British army and fought against the British at several places in his region, and fell martyr in 1858 while resisting the advancing British forces.

• Pt. Gyan Chand Sharma - was a revolutionary of 1857 Uprising, who was convicted of leading and in citing others to join Rebel forces against British rule, which led to his execution in 1859.

During Post 1857 freedom struggle:

• Pt. Madan Mohan Malaviya - was a prominent Indian educationist and freedom fighter who founded Banaras Hindu University, worked tirelessly for the promotion of education and Hind unity, and was posthumously awarded India's highest civilian honor, the Bharat Ratna, in 2014.
• Pt. Neki Ram Sharma - also known as Haryana Kesari, was an Indian politician, freedom fighter, and advocate for Indian independence and social justice who served as a Member of Parliament representing Haryana in the Rajya Sabha from 1952 to 1956 as a member of the Indian National Congress; he was also involved in anti-British movements, including the Non-Cooperation Movement and Quit India movement, and spent over 2200 days in jail.
• Pt. Nand Lal - was a martyr of Jallianwala Bagh Massacre, who was killed in firing by British troops at the age of 18, on 13 April 1919.

Politics

• Gopi Chand Bhargava - the first Chief Minister of Punjab from 1947 to 1949 and again from 1949 to 1951, as well as served as caretaker Chief Minister in 1964.
• Bhagwat Dayal Sharma - also known as B.D. Sharma, was the first Chief Minister of Haryana.
• Nityanand Swami - was the first chief minister of Uttarakhand.
• Pt. Hiralal Shastri - the first Chief minister of the Rajasthan state.
• Shankar Dayal Sharma - the Ninth President of India from 1992 to 1997 and first Chief minister of the Bhopal state.
• Tika Ram Paliwal - was the fourth Chief Minister of Rajasthan State.
• Raj Krishan Gaur - was an Indian politician who served as Minister of State for Tourism, Excise and Taxation from 1985 to 1990 and Agriculture Minister of Himachal Pradesh from 2003 to 2008.
• H. R. Bhardwaj - was an Indian politician who served as Governor of Karnataka from 2009 to 2014 and Governor of Kerala in 2012-2013, with the second longest tenure in Law Ministry since independence, as a member of the Indian National Congress.
• Arvind Kumar Sharma - is an Indian dental surgeon, politician, and MP in the 17th Lok Sabha from Rohtak who previously represented the Karnal constituency of Haryana in the 15th Lok Sabha as a member of the Indian National Congress but switched to the Bharatiya Janata Party in 2019.

Military

• Subedar Balwant Singh - was an military officer of British Indian army from Punjab, who served in the 45th Rattray's Sikhs during World War campaign and was awarded British War Medal.
• Major Mohit Sharma - Indian Army officer and a recipient of the Ashoka Chakra, India's highest peacetime military decoration, who sacrificed his life in action during counter-insurgency operations in Jammu and Kashmir in 2009.
• W/C Rakesh Sharma - First Indian cosmonaut, recipient of the Ashok Chakra and Hero of the Soviet Union.
• Jamadar Jai Lal - was an military officer of British Indian army, who served in the Punjab Regiment during World War campaign and was awarded Indian Order of Merit (IOM).
• Col Ashutosh Sharma - A highly decorated officer in the Indian Army with over 20 years of service. He was known for his bravery and dedication to duty, having been awarded the Sena Medal twice for gallantry. He was martyred in action during an anti-terrorist operation in Jammu and Kashmir on May 2, 2020.
• Asaram Tyagi - An Indian Army officer instrumental in the destruction of two enemy tanks during the 1965 Indo-Pak War, originally recommended for Param Vir Chakra and ultimately awarded the Mahavir Chakra.
• Captain Deepak Sharma - Indian Army officer and a recipient of the Kirti Chakra who sacrificed his life in action during counter-insurgency operations in Jammu and Kashmir in 2010.
• Sachin Sharma - Indian Army soldier martyred in Arunachal Pradesh in 2018.
• Saurabh Katara - Indian Army soldier martyred in Jammu and Kashmir in 2019.
• Prashant Sharma - Indian Army soldier martyred in Jammu and Kashmir in 2020.
• Havaldar H R Kaushik - Indian Army soldier martyred during Operation Pawan in 1988.
• Naik Hari Dutta Kaushik - Naik in the Indian Army martyred during Operation Prakram in 2002.
• Rifleman Gajender Kaushik - Rifleman in the Indian Army martyred during Counter Insurgency and Intelligence operations in 2012.
• Major RP Kaushik - Indian Army officer martyred during the 1962 Indo-China war.
• Flying Officer Sudhir Tyagi - Flying Officer in the Indian Air Force, recipient of the Veer Chakra in 1971.
• MCPO I Krishan Kumar - Master Chief Petty Officer in the Indian Navy martyred in 2022 in the INS Vikrant blast.

Sports

Wrestling

• Yogeshwar Dutt - Indian wrestler and Olympic bronze (later converted to Silver) medalist who has won numerous medals in international competitions, including the Gold in both Commonwealth Games and Asian Games.
• Neeraj Bhardwaj - Bronze medalist at the World Junior Wrestling Championships.

Boxing

• Manish Kaushik - Indian amateur boxer who competes in the lightweight category and has won several medals, including a silver medal at the 2018 Commonwealth Games, a bronze medal at the 2019 Asian Boxing Championships, and represented India at the World Championships and the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

Cricket

• Ishant Sharma - Indian cricketer known for his fast bowling, who has played for the Indian national cricket team since 2007, taking over 300 wickets in international cricket.
• Mohit Sharma - Indian cricketer known for his bowling.

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)

• Himanshu Kaushik - Mixed martial artist with notable achievements in the sport.

Hockey

• Maharaj Krishan Kaushik - Member of India's gold medal-winning field hockey team at the 1980 Summer Olympics and later coached the India women's national field hockey team; he received the Arjuna Award in 1998 and the Dronacharya Award in 2002 for his contributions to Indian hockey.
• Haripal Kaushik - Veer Chakra recipient and Indian field hockey player, military officer, and television commentator who won gold medals in the 1956 and 1964 Summer Olympics and received the Arjuna Award in 1998.

Business and industries

• Jaiprakash Gaur - Indian industrialist, founder of Jaiprakash Associates Limited, and known for his philanthropic activities.
• B.L Gaur - founder of Jaypee Group.
• Vijay Shekhar Sharma - Indian tech entrepreneur and founder of One97 Communications and Paytm, appointed as UA Ambassador in India in 2022, with a net worth of $1.1 billion as of September 2022 according to Forbes.
• Madan Paliwal - founder and chairman of the Miraj Group, leading multiple companies including Miraj Products, Miraj Developers, Miraj Entertainment, Miraj Multicolours, Miraj Pipes and Fittings, Miraj Cinemas, and Miraj Tradecom.

Actors, Directors, Producers

• Satish Kaushik - was an Indian actor, director, producer, comedian, and screenwriter, rose to fame in Bollywood with his portrayal of the cook Calendar in Mr India and also served as an Assistant Director in the film.
• Yashpal Sharma - is a renowned Indian actor, known for his notable performances in movies like Lagaan, Gangaajal, Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi, Ab Tak Chhappan, Apaharan, Lakshyam, Singh Is Kinng, Aarakshan, Rowdy Rathore, and the TV series Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, Mera Naam Karegi Roshan, and Neeli Chhatri Waale; he was awarded for his performance in the Haryanvi film Pagdi: The Honour at the 62nd National Film Awards.
• Vishal Bhardwaj - Vishal Bhardwaj is an Indian film director, screenwriter, producer, music composer and playback singer, known for his work in Hindi cinema and recipient of eight National Film Awards and a Filmfare Award; he has also directed the Indian adaptations of three tragedies by William Shakespeare and produces films under his banner VB Pictures.

Singers, Writers, Lyricists, Poets, Comedians

• Kavi Devi Dutt (Kavi Dattu) - was a 18th century revered poet of the Jammu (Dev) Kingdom who wrote many Braj and Sanskrit Works, with Pioneering Dogri Poetry.
• Lakhmi Chand - also known as Dada Lakhmichand and Kalidas of Haryana, was the founding father of Haryanvi Saang Culture.
• Nait Ram Sharma - famously known as R Nait, is an famed Punjabi singer, whose fame skyrocketed after his famous songs: Defaulter, Dabda Kithe Aa, Struggler
• Pandit Jasraj - was an Indian classical vocalist from the Mewati gharana, had a musical career of 75 years with international recognition, major awards, and contributions to various genres including Haveli Sangeeth, and teaching students globally.
• Surender Sharma - is an Indian poet, writer and humorist known for his comic sketches, honoured with Padma Shri award and appointed as Vice-Chairman of Hindi Academy and member of Central Board of Film Certification.
• Kumar Vishwas - born Vishwas Kumar Sharma, is an Indian poet, politician, and former member of the National Executive of the Aam Aadmi Party.