Halwara

Halwara

Halwara is a township in Punjab state in India. Located in the Ludhiana District, Halwara lies on the Mullanpur-Raikot road. It is also famous for its Air Base.

Recently there were plans to build an international airport in the city. The air force base was under plans to be converted, however the idea was dropped after much debate.

Geographical parts

Halwara consists of Halwara village, and the township that is centered mostly around the Air Force Domestic area. It is separated from the Sudhar township by the Abohar branch of Satluj river, which flows into the Indus river in Pakistan

Educational institutions

The place boasts of reputed schools, namely, two Kendriya Vidyalayas and one Air Force School and Shri Guru Harkrishan Public School (founded by Sardarni Balwinder Kaur Sandhu). The adjoining area of Sudhar is home to G.H.G. Khalsa College which has been recognized as the best rural area college of PunjabFact|date=July 2007

Cultural landscape

The place is a remarkable example of cultural harmony and intermingling. A large number of people from other states belonging to families of Air Force men and women have settled here. This has led to a rich cultural vibrance. The area has a Sikh Gurudwara, a Hindu temple, a Christian church, and the tomb of a Muslim peer, all of which are equally revered by the residents.

Heritage havelies in Halwara Village

Ghore wali Haveli (Horse wali Haveli) is one old heritage haveli still existing. It is called so because the original owner used to climb up the stairs on his horse. Legend goes that he had build the ground floor, but then filled it with mud and build the present structure on top of it. It has its own well inside the forward courtyard.

External links

* [http://www.globalsecurity.org/military/world/india/halwara.htm Halwara Air Base - globalsecurity.org]


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