The Battle of Saragarhi was a significant engagement during the Tirah Campaign, which took place in the North-West Frontier of British India. On September 12, 1897, 21 soldiers from the 36th Sikh Regiment, led by Havildar Ishar Singh, were stationed at the Saragarhi outpost. The fort was positioned as a communication link between two larger posts, Fort Lockhart and Fort Gulistan. While the British Empire was engaged in conflicts with various Pashtun tribes, the situation at Saragarhi escalated when about 10,000 Pashtun tribesmen launched a concerted attack to capture the outpost. The Sikh soldiers, recognizing the futility of escaping, chose to face the attackers and showcase their bravery. They communicated their situation to their superiors, insisting that they would remain steadfast, even as they faced overwhelming odds. The battle was marked by acts of heroism and sacrifice, with the soldiers holding their ground against a relentless assault. They were outnumbered by an army whose numerical strength far exceeded their own. As the siege progressed, they fought valiantly, ensuring that they inflicted significant casualties on the attacking forces. The ultimate outcome was tragic for the Sikh soldiers, who were all killed in the battle, but their resistance resulted in an estimated several hundred casualties among the Pashtun attackers. This extraordinary stand has since been commemorated in various forms, symbolizing courage and a commitment to duty.