Rakwal

The Rakwal is a Rajput clan found mainly in the Indian states of Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir. Their immediate ancestor was Raja Abta Deo of Jammu, who founded a principality in Sialkot. They are a Dogra sub-group, and their customs are similar to other Dogras. Rakwal Rajputs are Suryavanshi Linage Rajputs of Jammu and Kashmir. The Rakwal Rajputs intermarry with the Sulehria, Langeh, Andotra, Bhalwal, Baghal, lalotra, Manhas, Rana, Parihar, Jamwal, Rathore, Sambyal, Charak and Jaj.[1]

Maharani Rani Rakwal

Maharani Rani Rakwal was the first wife of Maharajah Gulab Singh. Maharani Rani Rakwal was mother of Maharajah Ranbir Singh of Jammu and Kashmir.[2]


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