About Sri Ganga Nagar Rajasthan

Sri Ganganagar (Hindi: श्रीगंगानगर; Punjabi: ਸ੍ਰੀਗੰਗਾਨਗਰ) is a planned city and the northern-most city in the Indian state of Rajasthan, situated near borders of Rajasthan and Punjab states and the international border of India and Pakistan. It is named after Maharaja Shri Ganga Singh Bahadur, Maharaja of Bikaner. Ganganagar occupies an important place among the districts of Rajasthan. Recent researches have thrown light on its rich historical past. In the ancient times, two rivers hallowed in Vedic hymns viz. Saraswati (modern Ghaggar or Hakra) and Drishadvati, flowed through this territory. Excavations undertaken at Kalibanga and Rangmahal etc. situated on the bank of the dry-beds of these rivers have proved that the Indus valley civilization had extended up to this place and it was inhabited by the people akin to those who had flourished at Mohenjodaro and Harappa. The rivers, however, dried up in course of time and as a result of this natural calamity the region became inhospitable and desolate.
For some centuries this area remained the cradle of the Yaudheyas who were divided into a number of republican tribes. During the medieval times, the historic fort Bhatner was known for its strength and strategic position. The fifteenth century witnessed the rise of the Rathore principality of Bikaner. For centuries this area remained barren and uninviting. It was only after the advent of the Gang Canal in 1927 that this ancient land witnessed a mighty transformation. Its sandy wastes were converted into rich agricultural land producing variety of crops and thereby heralding a new era of prosperity in the district. This process has been further accelerated after the construction of Bhakra and Indira Gandhi canals and the district has thus become the granary of Rajasthan.           The history of Sri Ganganagar is common with the history of Bikaner. Rao Bika, the son of Rao Jodha who was the founder of Jodhpur, established Bikaner in 1488. Rao Bika was succeeded by Rao Loonkaran who ruled over the state of Bikaner. Jar Singh, the son of Loonkaran, fought many battles in order to extend the boundaries of the Bikaner state. The Bikaner state was formed in the 15th century due to the courageous efforts of the dauntless Rajput rulers. The territory of modern Sri Ganganagar district has been a part of the princely state of Bikaner. Along with the other parts of Bikaner state, the area under the Nizamat of Sri Ganganagar went into the making of the state of Rajasthan. Following minor changes, the area became district Sri Ganganagar on 30th March, 1949.

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Landmarks of Sri Ganganagar

Gurudwara Budhha Johad Sahib

The historical Gurudwara of Buddha Johad, the great religious shrine of the Sikhs,  is situated 75 Km. away to the south-west of  Sri Ganganagar. This is a place where Bhai Sukha Singh and Mehtab Singh brought the head of Massa Rangarh (guilty of sacrilege of the Amritsar Golden Temple) and hung it on a tree on August 11, 1740. This huge Gurudwara has 22 pillars at every floor. There are 140 rooms adjacent to the gurudwara for the lodging of tourists. Apart from many other buildings, there is a small library also which preserves the portraits of Sikh martyrs. Water to the holy pond (johad) of the gurudwara is supplied from the Gang Canal.

Dada Pamparam's Dera

This holy place is situated in the town of Sri Vijaynagar.  A huge 7-day long fair is organised every year in the month of Falgun at the tomb of  Dada Pammaram. The fair concludes on the Sankranti of Falgun.  Apart from Rajasthan, pilgrims from the neighbouring states of Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, MP, UP and Bihar congregate at this fair. Dada Pammaram was born nearly 400 years ago at village Kumbhana of Bikaner at the time of Guru Nanak Dev. Since in the beginning most of the pilgrims, it is said, hailed from Pakistan and they had to undertake a long journey to reach Kumbhana,  the tomb of the Baba at his own behest was initially constructed at Fortabad in Pakistan. But after partition the tomb was set up at Sri Vijaynagar, where thousands of pilgrims congregate every year.

Laila Majnu Mazar

The tomb (mazar) of Laila-Majnu at Binjaur village is situated near Anoopgarh city 11 km away from Anoopgarh on the western side. Many people associate this Mazar (mausoleum) with fictional and legendary lovers Laila and Majnu. According to the traditional belief Laila-Majnu were from Sindh and came to this place escaping from the clutches of Laila's parents and her brother who were against the love of Laila-Majnu. Laila and Majnu died here and were buried together at this place. Thus this place became a symbol of love and people come here to seek blessings from Laila and Majnu. A fair is held here in June who is attended by hundreds of newlyweds and lovers.

Suratgarh Super Critical Thermal Power Station

The Suratgarh Super Critical Thermal Power Station is an electricity production project that is maintained by the Rajasthan Rajya Vidhyut Utpadan Nigam Limited. It is Rajasthan’s foremost super thermal power station. This station has been successful in controlling pollution and maintaining balance of atmospheric emissions in the environment. Suratgarh super thermal power station is located 27 km from Suratgarh -15 km from Suratgarh to Biradhwal on NH 15, then 12 km in the east from NH 15. The plant received a gold shield on August 8, 2004 from Hon'ble President for consistently outstanding performance during the years 2000 to 2004. It also received a bronze shield from Hon'ble Prime Minister for outstanding performance during the years 2005 and 2006.

Anoopgarh Fort

Anoopgarh Fort is a ruin in the city of Anoopgarh. It was built by Anoop Singh Rathore.

Hindumalkot Border

The Hindumalkot Border, the Indo-Pak Border, derives its name from Hindumal, the Diwan of Bikaner.