Hazrat syed Kastir Gul alias Hazrat Kakasahib (r.a) was a Hussaini syed belongs to the descendents of Ali bin ismail bin Imam Jafer Sadiq (a.s) . He belongs to notable well known bani hashim of arabs .He was an islamic Sufi (wali) named "Syed Kastir Gul " also known as Kaka Sahib and Sheikh Rehamkar (983-1063 hijri) .Hazrat kakasahib was born on 1st Ramadan 983 Hijri and brought up in the era of Mughal emperors Jalal-ud-din Akbar and his son Jehangir .
The Names
Hazrat kakasahib got a name "Kastir Gul" (a flower of great fragrance) from his parents , whereas he is known by different names among the people . The pathans gave him a name "Kakasahib" . The Mughals used to call him "Sheikh Rahamkar"(because of his mercy and kindness to the people) . He is known as "Sheikh Jee" among the people of punjab and India . Some people also call him "Zayray kaka"(the pale- because of his extensive worship and prayers , his face turned pale) ."Akhun Panjoo Sahib" of "Akbar pura" gave him the title "Rahamkar".The Characteristics
Hazrat kakasahib was physically thin and slim.He had wheatish complexion.He was inclined towards worship of Allah Almighty right from his childhood.He used to be busy in meditation and prayers most of the time.He always observed good moral character.He never humiliated anybody rather he used to show mercy and kindness to everyone.He was so humane,humble,kindhearted and soft spoken that whosoever met him once or heard him,became his admirer and follower.He used to eat less and sleep less which ultimately caused him weak and undernourished.The Demise
The sad demise of Hazrat Kakasahib was occured on friday,24th of Rajab 1063 Hijri . He was buried in a place he mentioned in his will , i-e a hill top of the present village ZiaratKakasahib .
