Mian Sher Muhammad Sharaqpuri was born in 1282 AH, or 1865 AD, in Sharaqpur. His father’s name was Mian Azizuddin. Mian Sher Muhammad was a strict observer and preacher of the Quran and the Sunnah. He led a simple life and blessed numerous people. Sharaqpur has a decorated food street, which is the main bazaar of the old city. It extends from Nalkay Wala Chowk to Malkana Gate. It is open around the clock, 24/7. One can find all kinds of foods here, including the popular local dessert, gulab jamun. 

Hazrat Mian Sher Muhammad was one of the famous Saints of Punjab who got a reputation in the Naqshbandiyyah Series (Silsala). He spent all his life living up image of the Prophet (PBUH) and advised his followers the same that in every field of life follow the instructions (Sunhats) of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). According to his instructions, he was buried in Dohran Wala graveyard (also called graveyard Mian Sahib) where his tomb is open to every visitor.