1857 - There was chaos and bloodshed all around. Britishers were not safe in Delhi. Yamuna used to be massive because there were no dams and canals. /1

There is a British couple running for life. A Lalaji offered to help. He said, ‘I have a plan that can save your life. You cross Yamuna and reach Rampur or a safe heaven.’ But how does one cross Yamuna ? The city is up in arms. People will kill us./3

Lala ji said ‘See I am a very good swimmer. You piggback me and I will swim you across Yamuna.‘ It is a dark night Lalaji takes the couple to the bank of Yamuna. One by one, they piggyride Lalaji and cross Yamuna. Lalaji ensures that safe passage./4

Unfortunately, the British win the war. The British resorted to massacre to massacre in Delhi. A few days later the British couple returns to Delhi. The couple summons Lala ji. They asked Lala ji ‘What can we do for you ?” Lalaji said, ’kuchh nahin Sab.’/5

Next day Lalaji is summoned again. The British officials are also present. The man says, “Lalaji, this is a token amount of 50,000/-rupees in cash. In addition, you are appointed the Kotwal of Ferozepur.” Lalaji is very happy and goes to Ferozepur./6