Chaudhry Abdul Hameed Khan
Chaudhry Abdul Hameed Khan E. A. C.
Chaudhary Abdul Hameed Khan was in British Indian civil service
Early life
Chaudhry Abdul Hameed Khan, born in Jullundur in 1906, emerged from the distinguished lineage of the Ghorewaha Rajput family in Rahon, within the Jullundur District. The historical significance of his family is recorded in the Official Jullundur District Gazetteer.The foundations of Chaudhry Abdul Hameed Khan’s educational journey were laid in Jullundur, where he received his early education. His commitment to academic excellence led him to Aligarh Muslim University, a renowned institution, where he achieved a master’s degree in English and an LLM in 1926.
Family
Siblings and Brother-in-Law:Abdul Hameed Khan, a distinguished figure, had three brothers, each contributing significantly to their community:
• Rai Muhammad Ali: Bestowed with the title of Rai by the British government, he played a pivotal role in the Rahon Jagir.
• Chaudhry M Sadeeq: A dedicated public servant, he served in the Government Service as Tehsildar of Ludhiana.
• Chaudhry M Latif: Known for his role as the Lambardar of Rahon.
His brothers-in-law, Chaudhry M Sharif and Feroze Khan, were notable personalities. Feroze Khan’s sons, Farouk Rana, who became the Pakistan Ambassador to Canada, and Rana Iftiqar, a Brigadier in the Pakistan Army, continued the family’s tradition of service and excellence.
Abdul Hameed Khan’s marriage to the daughter of Chaudhary Jang Baz Khan Rana of Rahon fortified the family’s influence.
Another notable family member, Chaudhry M Ishaq, received the Afghan War Medal in 1919. His noteworthy service continued as he assumed the role of Assistant Commissioner in 1929. His father, Chaudhry Ghulam Murtaza, served as the Lambardar of Udhowal.
After the partition, Abdul Hameed Khan’s son, Chaudhry Abdul Waheed, carried forward the family’s commitment to public service, serving as the District Chairman in Sheikhpura. The family’s dedication to community welfare and public service extended through generations with individuals like Chaudhry Abdul Qadir and Chaudhry Moin ud Din Ahmad, contributing to the socio-political landscape.