The Battle of Sobraon was fought in February 1846 as part of the First Anglo-Sikh War. The confrontation unfolded near the Sutlej River, where British forces, commanded by Sir Henry Hardinge, sought to decisively defeat the Sikh forces to strengthen British control over Punjab. Leading the Sikh forces were Lal Singh and Tej Singh, who struggled against the well-coordinated British military tactics and superior artillery. The British began their assault by attempting to breach the Sikh positions fortified along the riverbank, using a combination of heavy artillery barrages and infantry advances to press the attack.As the battle progressed, British forces managed to position themselves effectively and began to turn the tide against the Sikhs. The formidable British artillery proved decisive in breaking the Sikh lines, leading to chaotic retreats among the Sikh ranks. The battle culminated in a fierce close-quarters fight, with heavy casualties on both sides. Ultimately, the British victory at Sobraon led to the collapse of the Sikh defense and marked the end of organized Sikh resistance in the region.The aftermath of Sobraon significantly altered the political landscape of the Indian subcontinent. Following their victory, the British East India Company expanded its control over Punjab, which was formally annexed soon after. This expansion was not only a military conquest but also represented a broader trend of British imperialism in India, leading to significant cultural and administrative changes in the region.