Lohgarh as Khalsa Takht

Reverse Persian script On Nanak Shahi Coin issued by  General Banda Singh Bahadar in 1710 _AD:

“Zarb Khalsa Mubarak Bakht Ba-Aman Ud-Dahr Zinat At-Takht Mashwarat Shahr.”

“At the Khalsa Takht (Lohgarh), where the auspicious fortune was struck, it became the refuge of the age, the ornament of the throne, and the city of the council.”

Khalsa coins offer valuable insights into the religious, political and economic landscape of Sikh rule. The intricate designs on Khalsa coins reflect the artistic style of the era and serve as a vital resource for historians and numismatists. Depicting Lohgarh as the Khalsa Takht on Khalsa coins highlights the site’s centrality in Sikh history and religion. The statement alludes to the unparalleled status of Lohgarh as the Khalsa Takht, illustrating its unique and sacred significance Sikh seat of power.

Guru Nanak patshah initiated the fortification of Lohgarh as part of the mission Halimi Raj, laying the groundwork for the establishment of Khalsa Raj. This mission was furthered by the subsequent Sikh Gurus, known as the later Nanaks. All 35 saints whose compositions are included in the Guru Granth Sahib contributed to this overarching mission of establishing Khalsa Raj. In 1710 _AD, General Banda Singh Bahadar officially declared Lohgarh as the capital of the Sikh state, Khalsa Raj. He also inscribed on the coins the designation of Lohgarh as Khalsa Takht, signifying its importance as the central seat of Sikh authority. However, despite its historical significance, Lohgarh has been largely overlooked by Sikh institutions for the past 300 years, which remains a matter of concern for those interested in preserving and honoring Sikh heritage.