Lashari

Lashari () is one of the major Baloch tribes, primarily residing in Pakistan's provinces of Balochistan, Sindh, Punjab, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The tribe also has a significant diaspora in Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, the United Arab Emirates, and other Gulf countries. The Lashari people are known for their rich cultural heritage, tribal history, and growing role in modern education and digital innovation.

 Etymology 
The tribe takes its name from Mir Lashar Khan, one of the sons of Mir Jalal Khan, the legendary patriarch of the Baloch people. Some oral traditions also trace their ancestry to Hazrat Ameer Hamza, linking them to early Islamic history and valor.

 History 
The Lashari tribe has played a central role in Baloch history, most notably during the 15th century in the famous Rind-Lashari War. This internal tribal conflict between the Lasharis, led by Mir Gwahram Khan Lashari, and the Rinds, led by Mir Chakar Khan Rind, lasted nearly 27 years. It resulted in the dispersion of both tribes across different regions of modern-day Pakistan.

After the war, many Lasharis settled in Sindh and parts of southern Punjab, while the Rinds migrated toward central Punjab.

 Geographic Distribution 
The Lashari tribe is widely distributed across:
 Balochistan: Including areas like Gajan, Khuzdar, and Lasbela
 Sindh: Districts such as Ghotki, Jacobabad, Shikarpur, Larkana, Sukkur, Dadu, and Khairpur
 Punjab: Particularly in Muzaffargarh, Layyah, Multan, Rajanpur, and Faisalabad
 Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Especially in Dera Ismail Khan

 Sub-tribes 
The Lashari tribe consists of numerous sub-tribes and clans, including:
 Magsi
 Gurchani
 Justkani
 Alkani
 Akhundani
 Mirwadani
 Kamalani
 Shahidani
 Rashidani
 Gohramzai
 Noorzai
 Dilawarzai
 Haibtani
 Sawerani
 Tawaklani
And many others.

 Culture 
The Lasharis follow traditional Baloch cultural customs. They are known for their:
 Balochi music and poetry
 Tribal honor code
 Strong family systems
 Oral history traditions
 Hospitality

Their language varies by region, with many speaking Balochi, Sindhi, Saraiki, and Urdu.

 Religion 
The majority of Lasharis follow Islam, predominantly Sunni, with Shia communities present in some regions. Religious leaders and scholars from the tribe have historically played important roles in their communities.

 Notable Figures 
 Mir Gwahram Khan Lashari – Chief during the Rind-Lashari War
 Mai Bakhtawar Lashari – Peasant leader and martyr in Sindh

 Related pages 
 Baloch people

 References 

 https://thelashari.blogspot.com/2010/05/history-of-lashari-tribe.html
 https://humhainlashar.blogspot.com/2019/09/history-of-lashari-baloch-tribe.html
 https://thebalochistanpoint.com/revisiting-history-war-between-the-rind-and-lashari-tribes-of-balochistan 
 Oral histories from tribal elders in Sindh and Balochistan

Category:Ethnic groups in Pakistan