Sardar Sahib Bhai Siri Ram Singh of Jhamba, was born into a Brar Jat family,He was the son of Bhai Sheo Sham Singh Of Jhamba, He was appointed Zaildar and Provincial Darbari in succession to his father. In 1931 he had the chance of displaying rare personal courage in confronting four notorious dacoits who were armed with deadly weapons. In the encounter that followed two of them were killed and the other two were caught. This brave act won him the title of “Sardar Sahib”, and his companions a reward of Rs. 1,000. Bhai Siri Ram Singh had been made an Honorary Magistrate with third class powers which were later enhanced to second class.He was awarded the Silver Jubilee Medal in 1935.His successor was Bhai Satinder Pal Singh Of Jhamba.
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- Chiefs and families note in the Punjab ,1940.