Archive · 29 Jul 2026
Punjabi University Honors Bhagat Singh's Teacher
Punjabi University has created a new award called the Principal Chhabil Das Yadgari Award.
This award is given to researchers every year on Bhagat Singh's birthday.
Chhabil Das was Bhagat Singh's teacher and principal at National College in Lahore, which was founded by Lala Lajpat Rai.
Bhagat Singh studied there in 1923.
The award was made possible by Chhabil Das's granddaughter, Saba Dewan, and Prof Chaman Lal, a retired professor.
Some people support the award for recognizing historical figures, while others think it might be seen as political.
Punjabi University has instituted the Principal Chhabil Das Yadgari Award for researchers.
The award is given annually on Bhagat Singh's birth anniversary.
Chhabil Das was Bhagat Singh's teacher and principal at National College, Lahore.
The award was endowed by Chhabil Das's granddaughter, Saba Dewan, and Prof Chaman Lal.
The award recognizes the contributions of Chhabil Das and Bhagat Singh.
- Who
- Punjabi University, Saba Dewan, Prof Chaman Lal
- What
- Institution of the Principal Chhabil Das Yadgari Award
- When
- Every year on Bhagat Singh's birth anniversary
- Where
- Punjabi University, Patiala
- Why
- To honor Chhabil Das and Bhagat Singh's contributions
Supporters of the Award
Critics of the Award
Recognition of Historical Figures
Supporters of the Award
The award recognizes the contributions of Chhabil Das and Bhagat Singh, highlighting their roles in India's freedom struggle.
Critics of the Award
Some critics argue that the award might be seen as political, given Bhagat Singh's controversial legacy.
- Award Name
- Principal Chhabil Das Yadgari Award
- Institution
- Punjabi University
- Founder of National College
- Lala Lajpat Rai
- Bhagat Singh's Education
- Faculty of Arts (FA) studies in 1923
- Endowment Providers
- Saba Dewan, Prof Chaman Lal