He died in 1565 and was buried in Satghara. A fort was also built to protect the town, which served as the capital of his fiefdom. The fort is a perfect square, with each side measuring 130 meters. It is located at 30°54'59" N, 73°30'50" E, about 15 kilometers northeast of Okara city.
To reach Satghara, take the Okara–Faisalabad Road. Approximately 250 meters past the new vegetable market, there is a turning called Satghara Mor. Turn right there, and after traveling about 12 kilometers, you will arrive at Satghara.
Unsurprisingly, the fort is deteriorating, and parts of it are at risk of collapse. The interior is fully occupied, and residential houses surround it on the outside. Sadly, there appear to be no active efforts to restore or preserve the fort. However, the tomb of Mir Chakar Khan was restored in 2007, thanks to the interest and support of Sardar Yar Muhammad Khan Rind.
Pakistan does not have many fortified cities of this kind. I wish we could restore and preserve it as a historical monument for future generations. This fort stands as a rare example of early 16th-century defensive architecture in the region. With proper conservation, it could serve not only as a heritage site but also as a valuable educational and cultural attraction.
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Recently visited this and found some rehabilitation work is going on at the site.
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