Whispers of the Soul by Nadia Nizam

  A Glimpse into a Historical Village of Mardan Baghicha Dheri, meaning "fruit-bearing hill," is a notable village in the Mardan District of Pakistan, primarily inhabited by the Kakakhel tribe "Mian". Previously known as Surkh Dheri, this village has a rich history and a legacy of educational achievement, military excellence, and contributions to various sectors also known as "Chota Wilayat". The Mian family, a prominent lineage within the Kakakhel tribe, has played a significant role in shaping the village's identity and reputation. Historical Background Baghicha Dheri's history is steeped in tradition and community values. The Mian tribe (plural: Miangan) is held in high regard due to their noble origins and esteemed forefathers. However, it is important to note that they do not trace their descent from a single progenitor. The Mian tribe comprises Syeds, who claim lineage from the Prophet Muhammad through his daughter, Syedah Fatimah, and his so...

A Life of Service and Struggle:  "A True Hero Major General Mian Ghulam Jillani" Major General Mian Ghulam Jillani (March 1, 1913 – March 1, 2004) was a prominent figure in Pakistan's history, serving with distinction in the military and navigating a complex political landscape.  His life, marked by both significant contributions and considerable hardship, offers a compelling case study of a tumultuous era in South Asia.  Born into the influential Mian tribe of Baghicha Dheri, a Pashtun family in Sibi, Balochistan, his journey encompassed military service during World War II, key roles in the formation of Pakistan, and a politically turbulent career that ultimately led him to seek asylum in the United States. Personal Life and Family: Mian Ghulam Jillani was one of three sons born to Syed Mehmood Gul (son of Sawab Gul, son of Syed Abdul Wahab) and his first wife.  His full brothers were Mian Ghulam Rabbani (who served as Pakistan's ambassador to Iran, Japan, and Indi...

Syeda Qanita Begum :  A Pioneer in Pashto Literature Syeda Qanita Begum, born on April 21, 1908, in Sra Dherai (also known as Surkh Dheri or Baghicha Dheri in Mardan, Pakistan), is a significant figure in Pashto literature and cultural history. Coming from an educated Pathan "Mian" family, her father, Mian Waseeuddin, was a director in the Archaeological Department and earned recognition in Ziarat as "Baitano Mian Sahib". Her father was resident of a small village in mardan, Baghicha Dheri (then called Surkh Dheri) and served in the Archeological Survey of India, and was awarded the title of Khan Bahadur and Khan Sahib for his service under Sir Aurel Stein and Sir John Marshall in excavating and cataloging the Gandhara and Ashoka sites at Swat, Takht-e-Bahi, Sudher and Taxila, among others. He was a member of the Kakakhel Miangan,living in baghicha dheri, mardan, a clan of sunni Syeds, whose members can all trace their descent from ...