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Gurdwara Sant Bhai Bahadur Singh Ji (Dehri Sahib) is a historic Sikh shrine located in Dharamsal Khari village of Haveli Tehsil, Poonch district, about 5 km from Poonch city and close to the Line of Control (LoC) near Chakan-da-Bagh. Established nearly 200 years ago by Sant Bhai Bahadur Singh Ji, the gurdwara is one of the most revered Sikh pilgrimage sites in the region. The opening of the Poonch-Rawalakote Road has further enhanced its significance, making it an important landmark for visitors travelling to Poonch.
The shrine has deep historical roots linked to the spread of Sikhism in the Jammu & Kashmir region. According to tradition, Guru Gobind Singh Ji deputed Bhai Pheru Singh Ji to preach Sikhism, who in turn sent Sant Bhai Rocha Singh Ji to Poonch. Sant Bhai Bahadur Singh Ji later established the settlement of Dharamsal Khari, which derived its name from the Dharamsal (rest house) built for travellers and the surrounding steep mountain slopes, locally known as "Khari" in the Pahari language. The gurdwara complex includes Bawli Sahib, a natural spring, and Dehri Sahib, where the mortal remains of Sant Bhai Bahadur Singh Ji are enshrined.
Today, the gurdwara serves as both a spiritual and cultural centre, hosting annual Gurmat Samagams, Akhand Path Sahib, Kirtan, Amrit Sanchar, free medical camps, and other religious gatherings that attract devotees from across the region. It is also associated with several local legends, including the miraculous "Karamati Dekcha", a cauldron believed to have provided endless langar to a large group of travellers, and the tradition of offering Karah Prashad (Deg) to seek rainfall during periods of drought. Combining rich history, religious significance, and serene surroundings, Gurdwara Sant Bhai Bahadur Singh Ji remains one of Poonch's most important heritage and pilgrimage destinations.