Rai Abdullah Khan Bhatti[a][1] (23 July 1547 – 26 March 1599) [2] popularly known through his moniker Dulla or Dullah Bhatti, was a Punjabi folk hero who led a revolt against Mughal rule during the reign of Emperor Akbar.

The article explores the legend of Dulla Bhatti, the 'Robin Hood of Punjab', who led a rebellion against Mughal emperor Akbar and is celebrated for his acts of bravery and kindness, particularly during the Punjabi festival of Lohri.

Jan 17, 2025 · As communities across Punjab gather around roaring Lohri bonfires every year, elders regale the younger generations with the legend of Dulla Bhatti, the 16th-century Punjabi folk hero who is believed to have valorously stood up to Mughal oppression.

This legendary Punjabi hero is buried at Miani Sahib Qabristan (Graveyard) in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. There is a town Dullewala (Bhakkar District) in the name of legendary Dulla Bhatti where he had a stay with his allies.

Jan 8, 2025 · One of the folkloric traditions associated with Lohri is the legend of Dulla Bhatti. According to the legend, Dulla Bhatti — or Rai Abdullah Khan Bhatti — was a 16th-century outlaw from the Sandal Bar region of Punjab, between the Ravi and the Chenab rivers, in …

Dulla Bhatti or Dullah Bhatti real name Abdullah Bhatti (popularly referred to as the Son of Punjab' or 'Robin Hood of Punjab') (died 1599) was a famous Punjabi Folk hero and freedom fighter who led a revolt against Mughal rule during the rule of the emperor Akbar.

Jan 12, 2023 · Yes, Dulla Bhatti was a Rajput Muslim, who supposedly came from the Punjab region and led a revolt against Mughal rule during the reign of Akbar. According to the legend, …

Jan 17, 2024 · Dulla labeled a ‘social bandit’ akin to a Punjabi Robin Hood, disrupted imperial officials, looting their treasures to distribute among the oppressed peasants.

Jan 15, 2025 · Dulla Bhatti, also known as Rai Abdullah Khan Bhatti, was a legendary figure from Punjab. He belonged to the Bhatti Rajput clan and hailed from Pindi Bhattian. His family had a history of opposing Mughal authority, particularly Emperor Akbar’s tax reforms.

Jan 13, 2024 · Learn about Dulla Bhatti, the Robinhood of Punjab, who is remembered in famous Lohri song 'sundar mundriye'. (This story was originally published on 13 January 2024. It is being republished on...