Khattar, Saini commit to expediting Lohgarh memorial development
Union Minister of Power, Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal Khattar and Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini jointly chaired the Lohgarh Project Development Committee meeting today. The committee, tasked with overseeing the development of the world-class Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Memorial at Lohgarh in Yamunanagar district, reviewed progress and set clear directives for expedited implementation.
To cost Rs 74 crore
- The project, to be completed in two phases, will cost approximately Rs 74 crore in its first phase
- This phase includes restoring and enhancing the fort, constructing the Quilanuma Wall, building an entrance gate, Nanakshahi coin, landscaping and creating a world-class memorial
- A state-of-the-art museum will combine Baba Banda Singh Bahadur's life story with modern technology, providing an immersive experience for visitors
Khattar, the chief patron of the committee, emphasised the memorial's focus on the heroic life and sacrifices of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur. "The memorial should primarily reflect the bravery and valour of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur, educating the younger generation about his extraordinary contributions," he said. He suggested the inclusion of a museum featuring the battles fought by Baba Banda Singh Bahadur and other Sikh Gurus, along with promoting traditional Sikh martial arts.
The project, to be completed in two phases, will cost approximately Rs 74 crore in its first phase. This phase includes restoring and enhancing the fort, constructing the Quilanuma Wall, building an entrance gate, Nanakshahi coin, landscaping and creating a world-class memorial. A state-of-the-art museum will combine Baba Banda Singh Bahadur's life story with modern technology, providing an immersive experience for visitors.
“The project should be completed and dedicated to the public at the earliest,” Khattar directed officials.
The Lohgarh Memorial is set to reignite the story of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur’s valour and sacrifice as the founder of the first Sikh capital at Lohgarh.
Separately, Khattar chaired a review meeting on the proposed Sikh Museum in Kurukshetra’s Pipli. Highlighting the region’s historical significance, he said, "If there is any place in Haryana where the feet of the Gurus have touched the ground the most, it is the sacred land of Kurukshetra."
The state government plans to build the Sikh Museum on three acres in Pipli, preserving and promoting Sikh culture and values. "The museum will act as a repository of inspiration for future generations, enriched by the ideals of the Sikh Gurus," Khattar added.
