Harcharan Singh has created history by becoming the first Sikh officer to attain the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Pakistan Army. His promotion marks a significant milestone for the Sikh community in Pakistan.
Born in 1987 in Nankana Sahib, the birthplace of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, Harcharan Singh was raised in an environment rooted in Sikh principles, discipline, and religious values. His journey in the Pakistan Army reflects dedication, perseverance, and professional excellence.
His promotion to the rank of lieutenant colonel was approved after a rigorous Selection Board evaluation conducted at the end of 2025. The achievement has been widely appreciated as a moment of pride for minority communities in the country.
Punjab Minister for Minority Affairs Ramesh Singh Arora stated that while many Christians have served in the Pakistan Army, no Hindu or Sikh officer had previously reached the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He described Harcharan Singh’s promotion as a historic development.
Harcharan Singh joined the Pakistan Army at the age of 20 as a Captain. He was commissioned in October 2007 through the 116th PMA Long Course.
His accomplishment is being seen as a significant step toward greater representation of minority communities in Pakistan’s armed forces.
