Bijnot Fort (Urdu: قلعہ بجنوٹ), is a ruined fortress located in Bahawalpur District of Punjab, Pakistan, 23 kilometres (14 miles) west of Indo-Pakistani border in Cholistan Desert.

[3][4] Constructed in the 8th century, Bijnot Fort now stands in ruins, primarily due to targeted artillery shelling during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971, rather than natural deterioration.

[2] Escaping to Jaisalmer, he joined a gang of minor criminals, swiftly rising to leadership due to his imposing stature and Rajput dignity.

[2] The gang's cross-border criminal activities led to a confrontation with Rajasthan Police, resulting in the death of Madho's deputy, Krishen Singh.

[2] Seeking peace, Madho rejected offers of protection tied to criminality, opting for lawful living under the shelter of Lal Mian Abbasi.