Zorawar Singh (1999-1841) Biography, Family

Quick Info

Profession	Athlete
Nationality	Indian
Date of Birth	24/08/1999
Age	157 years (died on 12, Dec, 1841)
Birthplace	Delhi, India
Date of Death	12/12/1841

Latest News about Zorawar Singh

15/04/2025

The Jammu and Kashmir Rifles celebrated Zorawar Day on 15 April 2025, honoring General Zorawar Singh's legendary conquests in Ladakh, Baltistan, and Tibet. The event highlighted his role as the 'Napoleon of the East' and his contribution to expanding India's frontiers to the edges of China.

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Bio/Wiki

Full Name	Sardar Zorawar Singh Kahluria
Aliases	Zorawar Singh, The Napoleon of the East, Conqueror of Ladakh

Physical Stats & More

Height

5' 7"

Weight

65 Kg

Eye Color

Black

Hair Color

Black

Body Measurements

Chest	40 Inches
Waist	30 Inches
Biceps	15 Inches

Educational Qualification(s)

School	Guru Nanak Public School, Pitam Pura, Delhi
College/University	Indira Gandhi Institute of Physical Education & Sports Sciences (IGIPESS), New Delhi Noida College of Physical Education (NCPE), Uttar Pradesh
Degrees	Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Physical Education, Health Education and Sports Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed.)

Personal Life

Religion	Sikhism

Relationships & More

Marital Status	Unmarried

Family

Father	(deceased)
Siblings	Brother - Harpreet Singh (owner of Momos Paradise)

Career

Highlights	Zorawar began his athletics journey at age 13 with discus throw. A significant injury led him to discover jump rope as a means of recovery. He achieved numerous awards, including multiple gold medals in national and international competitions. Zorawar set several Guinness World Records in various jump rope categories. Governor of Kishtwar under Gulab Singh of Jammu. Conquered Ladakh (1834) and Baltistan (1840), extending the Dogra kingdom's frontiers. Led a 6,000-man army into Western Tibet in 1841, capturing Gartok and vanquishing Tibetan forces. Known as the 'Conqueror of Ladakh' and 'Napoleon of the East'.
Notable Achievements	Best Athlete of the Year award by the Government of Delhi (2018, 2019) Participation in various talent shows, including 'Hunar Punjab Da' and 'India's Got Talent'. Head coach of the Jump Rope Fusion Crew since 2017. Captured 550 miles of Tibetan territory in 1841. Subdued Rudok, Garo, and captured Gartok during the Tibet expedition. One of the founding fathers of the Jammu and Kashmir Rifles. Zorawar Day (15 April) is celebrated annually by the Jammu and Kashmir Rifles.

Highlights

Zorawar began his athletics journey at age 13 with discus throw.
A significant injury led him to discover jump rope as a means of recovery.
He achieved numerous awards, including multiple gold medals in national and international competitions.
Zorawar set several Guinness World Records in various jump rope categories.
Governor of Kishtwar under Gulab Singh of Jammu.
Conquered Ladakh (1834) and Baltistan (1840), extending the Dogra kingdom's frontiers.
Led a 6,000-man army into Western Tibet in 1841, capturing Gartok and vanquishing Tibetan forces.
Known as the 'Conqueror of Ladakh' and 'Napoleon of the East'.

Notable Achievements

Best Athlete of the Year award by the Government of Delhi (2018, 2019)
Participation in various talent shows, including 'Hunar Punjab Da' and 'India's Got Talent'.
Head coach of the Jump Rope Fusion Crew since 2017.
Captured 550 miles of Tibetan territory in 1841.
Subdued Rudok, Garo, and captured Gartok during the Tibet expedition.
One of the founding fathers of the Jammu and Kashmir Rifles.
Zorawar Day (15 April) is celebrated annually by the Jammu and Kashmir Rifles.

Social Media

Instagram	https://www.instagram.com/zorawarsingh99/
Facebook	https://www.facebook.com/zorawar.singh.9022
YouTube	https://www.youtube.com/@zorawarsingh99
Official Website	https://zorawarsinghjumprope.com/

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Zorawar's early love for athletics led him to continue training despite a serious injury.
2. He faced teasing from friends about his jump rope practice, which later turned into support.
3. He experienced illness and competed while unwell in the 2016 World Jump Rope Championship, finishing 4th.
4. Zorawar has a passion for traveling and often shares his experiences online.
5. Born in 1784 in Kahlur (Bilaspur), present-day Himachal Pradesh, to a Chandel Rajput family.
6. Left his village at a young age to travel to Haridwar seeking employment.
7. Killed in battle at To-Yo on 12 December 1841 after being wounded by a matchlock ball and struck by a spear from Tibetan commander Migmar.
8. His military campaigns caused the British colonial power to shudder and face an existential crisis in the Himalayan region.

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