Fateh Burj
A 328-foot victory tower completed in 2011, the tallest of its kind in India, commemorating the triumph of Banda Singh Bahadur over the Mughal forces in 1711.
At a glance
The Fateh Burj (Victory Tower) stands in Chappar Chiri village near Mohali, Punjab. Rising 328 feet (100 metres), it honours a watershed moment in Sikh history. The tower rises from the very ground where Banda Singh Bahadur defeated Wazir Khan’s Mughal army, establishing Sikh Misls across much of Punjab.
History
The tower commemorates events of 1711, when the respected Sikh warrior Banda Singh Bahadur won a decisive battle against Wazir Khan, commander of the Mughal forces. This victory enabled the establishment of the Sikh Misls—autonomous military groups—across a large region of Punjab. The physical tower itself was completed in 2011, three centuries after the battle it celebrates.
What you see
At 100 metres, the Fateh Burj is India’s tallest victory tower. Its scale and prominence dominate the landscape of Chappar Chiri. The structure stands on Banda Singh Bahadur Road, accessible from the Mohali district.
Cultural significance
The tower marks a pivotal moment in Sikh martial history. Banda Singh Bahadur’s victory in 1711 facilitated the growth of autonomous Sikh communities across Punjab, reshaping the region’s political and military structure. The monument serves as a testament to Sikh resilience and organizational power during the Mughal period.
Key facts
- Location: Chappar Chiri, Mohali district, Punjab, India
- Coordinates: 30.704°N, 76.668°E
- Height: 328 feet (100 metres)
- Completed: 2011
- Status: Tallest victory tower in India
- Distance: 140 km from Amritsar, 20 km from Sirhind
Practical information & getting there
The Fateh Burj is situated just outside Mohali in Punjab’s Chappar Chiri village. The location is 140 kilometres from Amritsar and 20 kilometres from Sirhind, making it accessible by road from major Punjabi cities. The tower stands on Banda Singh Bahadur Road.
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