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The term '''"Ranghad"''' is commonly associated with [[Ranghar]]s, or individuals of [[Rajput]] descent originating from [[Haryana]] and [[Uttar Pradesh]]. While a significant portion of individuals bearing this surname adhere to the [[Muslim]] faith, there also exists a considerable [[Hindu]] population among the Ranghad community in Haryana. Following the [[Partition of India]] in 1947, many Muslim Ranghads migrated to [[Pakistan]], primarily settling in the provinces of [[Punjab]] and [[Sindh]].<ref>{{Cite book |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=mZHfAAAAMAAJ&q=partition+ranghar |title=Defence Journal |date=May 2000 |publisher=Ikram ul-Majeed Sehgal |pages=108 |language=en}}</ref>

== Etymology of the term "Ranghad" ==
The term Ranghad finds its roots in Sanskrit, deriving from the combination of "rann" meaning "battle," <ref>{{Cite book |last=Elliot |first=H. M. (Henry Miers) |url=http://archive.org/details/memoirsonhistory01henr |title=Memoirs on the history, folk-lore and distribution of the races of the North Western provinces of India |date=2004 |publisher=New Delhi : Asian Educational Services |others=Public Resource |isbn=978-81-206-1905-0 |pages=4}}</ref> and "ghada," meaning "to make." When combined, Ranghad signifies "the one who is made for battle."

Historical records reveal variations in the application of the term across different regions and contexts. According to the Rohtak Gazetteer of 1883, Ranghad was used to describe both Hindu and Muslim [[Rajput]]s in the [[Rohtak district|Rohtak]] district. Similarly, the Hisar Gazetteer echoes this usage in [[Hisar district|Hisar]]. However, in [[Karnal district|Karnal]], the term Ranghad referred exclusively to Muslim Rajputs. This distinction is further supported by the "Geographical, Statistical, and Historical Description of Hindostan and Adjacent Countries" (1820), which associates Ranghad solely with Muslim Rajputs.

The etymology of Ranghad as a term denoting a warrior is corroborated by various sources. "Elliot's Races of the North-Western Provinces" (1844) and H. Blochmann's translation of "Ain-e-Akbari" both attribute its origin to "rann," meaning battle.<ref>{{Cite book |last=Elliot |first=H. M. (Henry Miers) |url=http://archive.org/details/memoirsonhistory01henr |title=Memoirs on the history, folk-lore and distribution of the races of the North Western provinces of India |date=2004 |publisher=New Delhi: Asian Educational Services |others=Public Resource |isbn=978-81-206-1905-0 |pages=4}}</ref> Additionally, James Tod's "Annals and Antiquities of Rajasthan" (1829) tells that Ranghad is an epithet applied to Rajputs, implying a turbulent nature stemming from strife.

Rajasthani literature further reflects the usage of Ranghad as a synonym for Rajputs, irrespective of their religious affiliation. For instance, the verses of "Rajiya Ra Doha" by Kripa Ram Ji Khidiya (1743-1833), also known as Rajiya [[Barhath Kriparam Khidiya]], depict Ranghad as emblematic of Rajput valor.
<blockquote>"Jaat subhaav na jaaye, ke ''Ranghad'' bodo hai,

Hai ran maacha aaye, reeth bajaave Raajiya."

"Ran ''Ranghad'' raaji rahe, baale mocha bat

Tarwara tegaa jhade, jad maache gah ghat.

Rann rachi jad ''Raanghada'', kampe dhara Kamath

Rath roke pahata ravi, jad maache gah ghat."</blockquote>
These verses, along with numerous others from Rajasthani literature, emphasize the heroic attributes associated with the term Ranghad.

Through various historical accounts and literary references, the term Ranghad emerges as a symbol of martial prowess and valor, encapsulating the spirit of Rajput heritage across different regions and epochs.

== Ranghadi language ==
The Ranghad Rajputs migrated from Haryana settled in Pakistan refer their language as [[Rangri dialect (Haryanvi)|ranghadi]]. Although the same language is known as [[Haryanvi language|Haryanvi]] in India.

According to the book "A memoir of central India" (1832), The Ranghadi Bhasha prevails as far West as the [[Indus River|Indus]], East as far as the frontier of [[Bundelkhand]], South to the Satpoora hills, and North to [[Jeypore|Jeypoor]], [[Jodhpur|Joudpoor]], and [[Jaisalmer|Jesselmeer]]. There is in different provinces a difference in the pronunciation, and in many of the words; but the language is the same, and is written in the same character. Many books and songs have been composed in this language. The reason is that because the [[Rajput]]s of this region often known as Rangra/Rangda.

Further he also mentioned that the word Ranghad, the [[Rajput|Rajpoots]] say, is derived from Run, signifying battle, and Gurh, a fort; an epithet asserted to have been given them by one of the Kings of [[Delhi]], expressive of their bravery.

== Conversion to Islam ==
The conversion to Islam among the Ranghad community is a subject marked by various narratives across different estates. Some accounts attribute their conversion to figures like [[Ajmer Sharif Dargah|Khawaja Moin ud Din Ajmeri]], renowned for their religious teachings. However, a significant wave of conversions occurred during the reign of [[Firuz Shah Tughlaq|Firoz Shah Tughlaq]], a prominent ruler of the [[Delhi Sultanate]]. Under his administration, a substantial number of Rajputs, including groups like the [[Qaimkhani]] and [[Khanzada Rajputs|Khanzadas]] of [[Rajputana Agency|Rajputana]] and [[Mewat]], embraced [[Islam]]. This period witnessed a similar trend among the Ranghad estates, wherein many were compelled or influenced to convert to Islam.

The influence exerted by these converted Ranghads subsequently extended to other Rajput communities in Haryana, fostering a broader wave of conversions to Islam within the region.

== Ranghad resistance against British colonial rule ==

=== Pre-1857 Rebellions ===
In 1803, after the dominance of the [[British Empire|British]] over [[Haryana]], the Muslim [[Bhati|Bhatti]] Rajputs of western Haryana adopted a tough stance against the British. They organized under the leadership of Zabita Khan of [[Sirsa]] and [[Rania, Sirsa|Rania]], and Khan Bahadur Khan of Fatehabad. In response, the British Government launched several expeditions to subdue the rebellion. Despite numerous attacks, the British were unable to rout the [[Bhati|Bhattis]] and their leaders. British established a strong garrison at [[Hansi]] fort under the command of Mirza Illahi Beg, a [[Mughal dynasty|Mughal]] chieftain who was appointed as the Nazim of [[Hisar district|Hisar]]. However, he was killed by the Ranghads. Consequently, the British distributed the aforementioned territory among the [[nawab]]s of [[Jhajjar]], [[Loharu]], and Dujana. The British sent Colonel Browning in 1803, but the Bhattis again defeated the British forces. In the battle Colonel Browning was also killed.<ref>{{Cite book |last=Mittal |first=Satish Chandra |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=2RKTigrrP1cC |title=Haryana, a Historical Perspective |date=1986 |publisher=Atlantic Publishers & Distri |pages=35, 36 |language=en}}</ref>

The British postponed campaigns in the [[Sirsa]] region until 1809, during which time the [[Bhati|Bhatti Rajputs]] continued their plundering in British territory. The British Resident, A. Scton, at the instance of Governor General Lord Minto, dispatched a large contingent under the command of Edward Gardiner in 1809 to establish British control over the region.<ref name=jkg>{{Cite book |last=Gupta |first=Jugal Kishore |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=G0Z457ZOR44C |title=History of Sirsa Town |date=1991 |publisher=Atlantic Publishers & Distri |pages=48 |language=en}}</ref>

Gardiner first targeted the [[Rohtak district|Rohtak]] territory, marching via [[Ballabhgarh]] and reaching Beri in the middle of March 1809. Here, he encountered little opposition from the rebels. Subsequently, the Zamindars of [[Dighal]], Kahanaur, and Nigana (Ranghad villages) were brought under control.After settling the [[Rohtak district|Rohtak]] region, Gardiner proceeded to [[Hisar district|Hisar]]. While en route, about 2,000 Ranghads attacked the British force on May 14, 1809, resulting in a bloody battle at Balliali, a small village near [[Hansi]]. Despite the villager's gallant efforts, they were defeated due to their small numbers and inferior arms and ammunition.<ref>{{Cite book |last=Yadav |first=Kripal Chandra |url=http://archive.org/details/in.gov.ignca.58846 |title=Haryana studies in history and culture |date=1968 |pages=78}}</ref>

Following this, Colonel Skinner, Colonel Ball, and Colonel Adam's forces joined Gardiner's contingent. The contingent first attacked [[Bhiwani district|Bhiwani]], and then the British troops launched an assault on the [[Bhati|Bhatti]] Ranghads, but were defeated and Col. Ball was killed. In the months of June–July 1810, Colonel Skinner, with his cavalry force, launched another attack, but again was defeated. On December 3, 1810, Colonel Adam, commanding a considerably large force, attacked the rebels. The Bhattis fiercely resisted the British force at [[Fatehabad district|Fatehabad]] but were ultimately defeated. Colonel Adam then attacked [[Sirsa district|Sirsa]] and [[Rania, Sirsa|Rania]] on December 19 and 21 respectively. Nawab Zabita Khan fled, while the [[Bhati|Bhattis]] fought valiantly, albeit in vain.

In this region, a considerable military force was stationed at [[Hansi]], which also served as the civil headquarters. Edward Gardiner held charge of the district for six years. Even after his submission to the British, [[Nawab Zabita Khan]] continued to encourage raids on his neighbors and disregarded his masters' authority. The British Resident repeatedly instructed the Bhatti Chief to restrain his activities but to no avail.<ref name=jkg/>

Finally, in 1818, a British force was dispatched against him. Despite the Bhattis utmost resistance, they were ultimately defeated. Consequently, thousands of [[Bhati|Bhattis]] were killed, and [[Sirsa]] and [[Rania, Sirsa|Rania]] were confiscated.<ref name=jkg/>

Similarly, opposition arose from the Ranghads, [[Meo (ethnic group)|Meos]], [[Ahir]]s, and [[Jats]] of southern Haryana, including the districts of [[Gurgaon district|Gurgaon]] and [[Mahendragarh district|Mahendergarh]]. These territories were either directly ruled by the [[East India Company|Company]] or through native chiefs. The people fought beyond expectations, and the British forces crushed their rebellion by 1809.<ref>{{Cite book |last=Mittal |first=Satish Chandra |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=2RKTigrrP1cC |title=Haryana, a Historical Perspective |date=1986 |publisher=Atlantic Publishers & Distri |pages=35 |language=en}}</ref>

=== Mutiny of 1857 ===
During the [[Indian Rebellion of 1857]], the Ranghads openly opposed [[British colonial India|British colonial]] rule and fought bravely. Ranghads in the Rohtak district, who served as soldiers in a regular regiment of the [[East India Company]], played a significant role. When these soldiers went on leave, [[Bahadur Shah Zafar|Bahadur Shah Zafar's]] messenger Tafazzul Hussain, leading a small army, met with these Ranghads. The messenger convinced them to join the revolt.

Upon learning of this development, [[Rohtak district|Rohtak's]] collector, John Adam Loach, deemed it more appropriate to flee with his officers, recognizing their inability to face the rebels. Subsequently, the rebels set fire to government offices and bungalows and released prisoners from Rohtak jail. John Adam Loch, along with the 60th regiment native infantry led by Thomas Seaton, attempted to control the rebels by camping at the District Court Rohtak with the regiment. However, the soldiers of the same regiment also turned rebellious.

Under the leadership of Rao Basharat Ali, the rebels liberated a large portion of [[Rohtak district|Rohtak]] from British control. In response, Major General Wilson dispatched Lieutenant Hudson to [[Rohtak district|Rohtak]] with six British officers and 361 armed soldiers to crush the rebellion. Soon, Hudson confronted the rebels under the command of Risaldar Basharat Ali Rao. Hudson described the rebels as fighting fiercely, but Risaldar Basharat Ali was martyred, and the rebels retreated.

The following morning, Ranghads under the leadership of Rao Sabar Khan attacked Hudson's force with 300 horse riders and 1000 other soldiers. Hudson was defeated and retreated to [[Delhi]] with his remaining force.<ref>{{Cite book |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=kYsMAQAAMAAJ&q=state+gazetteer+haryana |title=Haryana State Gazetteer |date=2001 |publisher=Haryana Gazetteers Organisation, Revenue Department |pages=298, 299 |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite book |last=Mittal |first=Satish Chandra |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=2RKTigrrP1cC |title=Haryana, a Historical Perspective |date=1986 |publisher=Atlantic Publishers & Distri |pages=54 |language=en}}</ref>

=== 1915 Singapore Mutiny ===
On 27 January 1915, the [[5th Light Infantry]] was to be transferred to [[Hong Kong]] for garrison duties. The [[5th Light Infantry|5th light infantry]] primerly consisted of Ranghad soldiers. Under the leadership of three officers, [[Subedar]] Dunde Khan, [[Jemadar|Jemedar]] Chiste Khan, and [[Jemadar|Jemedar]] Ali Khan the regiment did a [[mutiny]] against the British army. The mutiny lasted for almost three days and they killed about 36 British soldiers. Mutiny was eventually suppressed by [[Allied forces (World War I)|Allied forces]] after several days of intense conflict. Allied naval vessels, including [[French Navy|French]] and [[Imperial Japanese Navy|Japanese]] warships, arrived to assist in quelling the rebellion. The mutineers were gradually rounded up and captured, with many of them scattering into the jungle. 64 mutineers were sentenced to transportation for life, and 73 received prison terms ranging from seven to 20 years. 47 were sentenced to execution by firing squad publicly.

== Ranghad Rajput clans ==
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=== Panwar ===
The [[Panwar]]s of [[Rohtak district|Rohtak]] claim descent from two of the princes of [[Ujjain district|Ujjain]] named Kalyan Singh and Bhawan Singh, who were married to the [[Tomar (Rajput clan)|Tomar]] princesses of [[Delhi]]. These princesses were the daughters of [[Anangpal Tomar|Raja Anangpal Tomar II]]. [[Anangpal Tomar|Raja Anangpal]], the ruler of the [[Tomara dynasty]] at that time, granted them jagirs in [[Rohtak district|Rohtak]] and the surrounding region. Raja Kalyan Singh, first of all, established a new town named [[Kalanaur, Haryana|Kalanaur]], derived from his own name. Later, his descendants spread throughout the [[Rohtak district|Rohtak]] region and established many estates.
The city of [[Rohtak district|Rohtak]] is also said to be named after one of the [[Panwar]] chieftains named Rohtas Singh Panwar after he built a new fort named Rohtasgarh. The [[Panwar]]s of [[Rohtak district|Rohtak]] were formidable adversaries of the [[Tomar (Rajput clan)|Tanwars]] of [[Hisar district|Hisar]], and Sandhill at Mahim served as the fixed boundary between their territories.

=== Chauhan ===
The [[Chauhan Dynasty|Chauhans]] of [[Haryana]] claim their descent from one of the [[Chauhan Dynasty|Chauhan]] chieftains named Rana Har Rai Chauhan. According to the bard, Rana Har Rai, who had been bathing in the [[Ganges]], returned through the sacred [[Kurukshetra]], which was then held by [[Pundir Rajputs]]. They had four forts: Habri, Pandri, Pundrak, and Churangarh. A quarrel arose between Rana Har Rai and the [[Pundir Rajputs|Pundir]]s. In S. 891, he founded [[Jundla]] and fixed it as his headquarters. Rana Har Rai conquered Habri, Pundri, and then stormed Churangarh (Churani), where the [[Pundir Rajputs|Pundir]]s made their last stand before being driven to the east of the [[Yamuna]], where they now reside. Rana Har Rai married two [[Rajput]] wives . The [[Rajput]]s of the Mustafabad pargana in [[Jagadhri]] are also descendants of Har Rai. The sons by [[Rajput]] women founded various villages, with Kalia settling in [[Karnal]] and Kaura in Habri. The [[Chauhan Dynasty|Chauhans]] of Pipli, [[Jagadhri]], and [[Naraingarh]] are also descended from Rana Har Rai.

=== Tanwar/Toor ===
The [[Tomar (Rajput clan)|Tanwar]] Ranghad claim their origin from the [[Tomara dynasty]] of [[Delhi]]. ''Jatu'', ''Raghu'', and ''Satraola'' are three sub-clans of the [[Tomar (Rajput clan)|Tanwars]] of [[Haryana]].

Their traditional origin is somewhat as follows: On the establishment of [[Chauhan Dynasty|Chauhan]] ascendancy in the [[Tomara dynasty|Tomara kingdom]] of [[Delhi]] under the great [[Chauhan Dynasty|Chauhan]] [[Vigraharaja IV|Bisaldeo]], Some [[Tomar (Rajput clan)|Tanwars]] emigrated from Delhi to Jilopattan. Dul Ram, a son or descendant of [[Anangpal Tomar|Anangpal]], reigned there, and his son Jairat extended the [[Tomar (Rajput clan)|Tanwar]] dominion to [[Bagor, Rajasthan|Bagor]] in [[Jaipur]]. By a Sankla [[Rajput]] woman, Jairat had a son named Jatu. Jatu subsequently emigrated to [[Sirsa district|Sirsa]], where he married Palat Devi, the daughter of Kauwarpal, a [[Siroha Rajput]], the Raja of that part. Kanwarpal gave over the [[Hansi]] ilaka to his son-in-law, and the latter summoned his two brothers, Raghu and Satraola, from Jilopattan. It was divided into three tappas or populations.

Jatu had two sons, Sadh and Harpal. Sadh founded the present village of [[Rajli, Hisar|Rajli]], and Harpal that of Gurana. After the fall of [[Prithviraj Chauhan]], the Jatus extended their power over the parganas of [[Agroha (town)|Agroha]], [[Hansi]], [[Hisar (city)|Hissar]], and [[Bhiwani district|Bhiwani]]. ''Raghu'' and ''Satraola'' Rajputs are traditionally the brothers of ''Jatu'' Rajputs. Therefore, these tribes do not intermarry.

=== Madhad/Mandahar ===
According to ''Mandahar'' Jaga/bards, they are descendants of [[Lava (Ramayana)|Loekumar]], the son of [[Rama|Ramchandra]], who was adopted by his uncle [[Lakshmana|Lachman]]. The descendants of [[Lava (Ramayana)|Lao]] ruled successively in Garh [[Gwalior district|Gawaler]], Nikatarpuri, [[Ayodhya|Ajudia]], [[Bijapur district, Karnataka|Bijapur]], Kachwaglana, and Kamapahari. Raja Jana left Kamapahari and came to bathe in [[Kurukshetra|Kurushetra]]. At a [[Tirtha (Hinduism)|tirth]] near [[Jind]], his wife bore a son named Jindra. Later, in S. 801, Jindra founded [[Jind]]h. His grandson, Sadh, took [[Kaithal district|Kaithal]] from the [[Chandel (Rajput clan)|Chandel Rajputs]] in S. 1093. Sadh begot Bampra, who in turn begot three sons named Kallu, Kalu, and Mamraj. Kallu settled in Kalyat, Kalu in [[Rajound|Rajaundh]], and Mamraj in [[Kaithal district|Kaithal]]. Kallu's son, Rana Gurkha, stormed the three forts of [[Assandh|Asandh]], [[Safidon]], and [[Salwan, Haryana|Salwan]], expelling the Barah Rajputs, and settled in [[Assandh|Asandh]] in S. 1131. The [[Safidon]] branch later expelled the [[Chandel (Rajput clan)|Chandel Rajputs]] from Kokand and [[Gharaunda]]. However, the [[Chandel (Rajput clan)|Chandels]] again reconquered these areas.

During the reign of [[Firuz Shah Tughlaq|Firoz Shah]], many ''Mandahar'' Ranas were taken to [[Delhi]] and converted to [[Islam]].

=== Bhatti ===
The [[Bhati|Bhatti]] Ranghads are descended from Achal, one of the sons of [[Raja]] Jaunra, through a later descendant, Barsi, who extended the [[Bhati|Bhatti]] dominion from the south to [[Hanumangarh|Bhatner]], which the [[Bhati|Bhattis]] held until they were expelled by the [[Rathore dynasty|Rathore]] Raja of [[Bikaner State|Bikaner]]. Subsequently, the [[Bhati|Bhattis]] became the dominant power in the tract corresponding to the present [[Sirsa district|Sirsa tahsil]] and the northern part of [[Fatehabad district|tahsil Fatahabad]].
=== RAO RAJPUT ===
Here is a family of Ranghad in Village (jaee) Meerut district UP the one and only family from Kalanaur district Haryana.
Since partition
Here is a small family of four brothers.
* * * Late Rao Jabir Ali * * *
1. Dr Gulam Nabi.
2. Mohd. Irfan.
3. Mohd. Nasir.
4. Rao Julfikar Ali.
•Dr. Gulam Nabi..
1. Dr Rao Tanveer Ahmed.
2. Drx. Rao Zubair Ahmed.
•Mohd. Irfan.
1. Zunaid Rao.
2. Nadeem Rao.
3. Kaleem Rao.
4. Shuaib Rao.
5. Azeem Rao.
•Mohd. Nasir.
1. Mohd. Mateen.
2. Mohd. Shaan.
3. Mohd. Anas.
• Rao Julfikar Ali.
1. Rao Haider Ali.
One and only family of ranghad rajput.

=== Other Ranghad clans ===
[[Johiya|Joiya]], [[Rathore (Rajput clan)|Rathore]], [[Pundir Rajputs|Pundir]] and [[Khokhar]]

== Prominent historic Ranghad Rajput figures ==

=== Mohan Singh Mandahar ===
Mohan Singh Mandahar was a chieftain of the [[Kaithal district|Kaithal]] region, renowned for his resistance against [[Babur|Babur's]] authority during the medieval period. In a significant event, Mohan Mandahar and his forces successfully defeated a [[Army of the Mughal Empire|Mughal army]] of 3,000 horsemen commanded by Ali Quli Hamdani. However, eager to restore his prestige, [[Babur]] launched a retaliatory expedition against the Mandahars. Employing cunning tactics, they lured the Mandahars out of their village and subsequently razed it to the ground. The brutal onslaught resulted in the death of around 1,000 men, women, and children, including Mohan Singh.<ref>{{Cite book |last=Singh |first=Surinder |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=78vnEAAAQBAJ |title=Situating Medieval India: Polity, Society and Culture |date=2023-12-12 |publisher=Boydell & Brewer |isbn=978-1-83765-125-2 |pages=304 |language=en}}</ref>

=== Massa Ranghar/Massa Ranghad ===
[[Massa Ranghar|Massa Ranghad]] or Musalal Khan was the Ranghad [[Chowdhury|choudhary]] of [[Mandiala]]. In 1738, the [[Subahdar]](Governor) of [[Lahore]] Zakariya Khan Bahadur, appointed [[Massa Ranghar|Massa Ranghad]] as the Commandant of [[Amritsar district|Amritsar]]. He used the precincts of the [[Golden Temple]] for amusement with dancing girls.{{cn|date=October 2025}}

=== Najaf Kuli Khan ===
Najaf Kuli Khan was a [[Rathore dynasty|Rathore Rajput]]. He served as one of the commanders of the [[Mughal Empire|Mughal]] forces and held the [[jagir]] of [[Rewari district|Rewari]]. He also expelled [[Sikhs|Sikh]] and [[Jats|Jat]] forces from the district of [[Tijara]].{{cn|date=October 2025}}

=== Muhammad Hassan Khan Bhatti ===
Muhammad Hassan Khan was a [[Bhati|Bhatti]] Ranghad chieftain. After [[Nader Shah]] retreated from [[India]] in 1747 CE, [[Rania, Sirsa|Rania]] was taken over by Muhammad Hassan Khan. He seized control of [[Rania, Sirsa|Rania]], [[Fatehabad district|Fatehabad]], and [[Sirsa district|Sirsa]], engaging in an ongoing struggle with the [[Sikhs|Sikh]] rulers of [[Patiala State|Patiala]] and [[Jind State|Jind]] States for control of this tract.<ref>{{Cite book |last=Gupta |first=Jugal Kishore |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=G0Z457ZOR44C&pg=PA42 |title=History of Sirsa Town |date=1991 |publisher=Atlantic Publishers & Distri |pages=41 |language=en}}</ref>

== Modern Ranghad personalities ==
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[[Rao Muhammad Yousaf|Rao Muhammad Yousaf ]] (Founder/President Rajput Ithad Council) RIC Group
* [[Rao Abdus Sattar|Rao Abdul Sattar]] (Pakistan's First Leader of the Upper House)
* [[:ur:راؤ خورشید علی خاں|Rao Khurshid Ali Khan]]
* [[Rao Hashim Khan]]
* [[Phool Muhammad Khan|Rana Phool Muhammad Khan]]
* [[Rafi Muhammad Chaudhry]]
* [[Rao Muhammad Afzal Khan]]
* [[:ur:راؤ عبد الرشید|Rao Abdul Rasheed]] (Former Punjab Police Chief)
* [[Rao Sikandar Iqbal]] (Former Defense Minister of Pakistan)
* [[Rao Farman Ali|Maj Gen (R) Rao Farman Ali]]
* [[Rana Muhammad Iqbal Khan]] (Former Speaker Punjab House)
* [[:ur:راؤ قمر سلیمان|Rao Qamar Sulaiman]] (Former Chief of [[Pakistan Air Force]])
* [[Rao Qaiser Ali Khan|Rao Qaisar Ali Khan]]
* [[Rao Muhammad Ajmal Khan]]
* [[:ur:رانا محمود الحسن|Rana Mahmudul Hasan]]
* [[Rao Sardar Ali Khan]] (Former [[Punjab Police (Pakistan)|Punjab Police]] Chief)
* [[:ur:جہانزیب راؤ|Jahanzeb Rao]]
* [[:ur:افضل گوہر راؤ (شاعر)|Afzal Gohar Rao]]
* [[Iftikhar Anjum|Rao Iftikhar Anjum]]
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== Titles used by Ranghad Rajputs ==

*[[Rao (title)|Rao]]
*[[Rai (title)|Rai]]
*[[Rana (title)|Rana]]
*[[Kunwar (title)|Kunwar]]
*[[Thakur (title)|Thakur]]
*[[Khan (title)|Khan]]

== References ==
{{Reflist}}

[[Category:Rajputs]]

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