Jats are an intrepid ethnic group. History has witnessed quite well the bravery and the sacrificial spirit of the Jat people. You must have heard about Maharaja Ranjit Singh (1780-1839) and Sardar Bhagat Singh (1907-1931)? It is due to the bravery of the Jat people that they have long been serving in the Indian Army and the Pakistan Army. Jat soldiers have truly made their presence felt in the Punjab Regiment, Jat Regiment, Sikh Regiment, Rajputana Rifles and the Grenadiers. However that is not all. The Jat community has been active in many other fields and walks of life.

Over the years, the Jat community has also contributed a lot to the promotion of games and sports at the international platform. Featuring a strong build, they have shown and proved their mettle in a number of internationally recognized games and sports. Whether it is cricket, wrestling, golf, hockey, football, tennis or boxing, Jat sportsmen are visible almost everywhere. More...