The Gakhars trace their ancestry to ancient Iranian-Kayani roots, claiming descent from Kayani kings — a royal lineage in Persian tradition.
Some historians connect them to the ancient Indo-Scythians or Parthians who settled in the Pothohar region..
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About Us
The GAKHAR YOUTH COUNCIL is the……
The Gakhar Youth Council (GYC) is the premier registered youth organization for the Gakhar tribe, established on January 16, 2012, under the Trust Act of 1882. The council aims to address the evolving needs of the Gakhar community, focusing on areas such as education, social development, and economic empowerment.
The GYC envisions a thriving community where Gakhar youth are united, well-educated, and actively contributing to both the
Vision
The GYC envisions a thriving community where Gakhar youth are united, well-educated, and actively contributing to both their heritage and contemporary society.
Mission
Education, Cultural Preservation, Community Unity, Economic Development.
Key Activities
Educational Initiatives, Cultural Programs, Community Projects, Online Engagement, Online Presence, Social Media,Community Call
“One Tribe, One Legacy, One Spirit – The Gakhars”
“Connecting the Past, Empowering the Future …
Khan Badadur Raja Jahandad Khan
Khan Bahadur Raja Jahandad Khan, CIE (1849–1906) was a politician and Chief of the Gakhars [1] and a descendant of Sultan Sarang Khan Ghakkar, King of Potohar.…
Raja Karamdad Khan
Ruler of Pharwala…
Raja Yaqoob Tariq
Historian…
Prof: Dr Safdar Ali Kayan
Safdar Ali Kayani (20 June 1948 – 22 April 2008) was a Pakistani ecologist, botanist, professor and the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the University of Balochistan…