Mehtani Surname/ Mehtani Gotra (महतानी गोत्र)
We spell this surname as Mehtani (महतानी). They are from Arora-Khatri Community. According to great texts, Mehtani (Khatris) are Suryavanshi and also Descendants of Lord Rama. Mehtanis are Kshatriya. Most of Mehtanis are Dual-faith Hindus (who believe in both Hindu and Sikh religions). Mehtani are very well-educated and well to do people. They managed to become an influential community in India and World.
That day in history, August 14, 1947, caused the countrymen such suffering that they would never be able to forget it. India was divided into two parts on this day. There were several divisions in the country's geography, society, and culture. This was the most difficult period for the Aroras, Khatris and Sikhs. When he had to leave his land, property and loved ones and go overnight. Even before independence, the Muslims in the country wanted their own homeland. Partition was not that easy either.
There the Mohallas of Aroras, Khatris and Sikhs were captured by Muslims and women were subjected to atrocities. The journey of life after that was not so easy. Starting life with the remaining members of the house with a new place, new people, and new business. But he did not lose his courage and did not consider any work small or big. Not only to himself but to his society, They are making an important contribution to making India a high place in the world.
Today Mehtanis live in all regions of India but are concentrated in Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, and Uttar Pradesh. They managed to become an influential community in India and World. However, even though Mehtanis people are modern, they have a great affinity with their traditions and values. Mehtanis people are proud of their Indian heritage and have contributed significantly to Indian culture. Today Mehtanis are hoisting the flag of its victory in many fields like Technology, Medicine, Finance, Business, Engineering, Education, Construction, Recreation and Armed Forces etc.
Well, Mehtani people are very much positive about other castes as well. Mehtani people are true global citizens. Mehtanis are positive and friendly and when we talk about friendship and humanity then Mehtanis don't discriminate between castes. They accept people with open arms. Mehtanis are so liberal and fun-loving that they leave a mark wherever they are in the whole globe.
Punjabi Culture
There is strong Punjabi culture embedded in the people of Mehtani gotra. Unique, colorful and extraordinary, popular, and revered across the globe, Punjabi culture is truly tremendous. One can experience the colorful fancy clothes and heart touching vibes of Bhangra. Celebrate the festivals with great zeal and enthusiasm with great food, music, dance and joy. Punjabi food is full of flavors and spices. The food here is considered strong due to the presence of more ghee on the chapati. Lassi is also known as the welcome drink. Makke di roti and sarson da saag is another traditional dish of Punjabi culture. There are many other food items like Chole Bhature, Rajma Chawal, Paneer tikka, Amritsari Kulche, Gajar ka halwa, and many more mouth watering dishes……..!
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