Haryana to host special heritage event in Narnaul on tourism day

The Department of Archaeology and Museums will also host cultural programs, including traditional Haryanvi Ragini and dance performances

Updated on: Aug 22, 2024, 05:36:13 IST

By Leena Dhankhar

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In a bid to promote heritage tourism and cultural awareness, Haryana’s Department of Archaeology and Museums, has announced a special event called ‘Discover the Rich Heritage of Narnaul’, slated to be held on the state’s Tourism Day, September 1, officials said, adding that the event aims to showcase the historical and cultural aspects of the ancient city.

The Chor Gumbad monument in Narnaul which is a state protected archaeological site (HT Photo)

The day-long event will feature a variety of activities, including heritage walks, cultural performances, and exhibitions. These activities will offer participants a unique opportunity to delve into Narnaul’s rich architectural and cultural heritage, which is renowned for its monuments. Key sites to be covered during the event include the Chor Gumbad, Mirza Ali Jaan Ki Baoli, Jal Mahal, the Tomb of Ibrahim Suri, Chahta Rai Bal Mukund Das, Peer Turkman tomb and mosque, and Tripolia Gate, among others.

In addition to exploring these historical sites, participants will have the opportunity to observe ongoing conservation efforts at state-protected monuments. The Department of Archaeology and Museums will also host cultural programs, including traditional Haryanvi Ragini and dance performances at the Chahta Rai Bal Mukund Das Complex, showcasing the region’s vibrant cultural legacy.

Kala Ramachandran, Principal Secretary of the Archaeology and Museums Department, highlighted the special arrangements made for transportation and meals for participants travelling from Delhi and Gurugram. “A bus will depart from MG Road Metro Station, Gurugram, at 7 am on September 1. The event has a participation fee of ₹1,600, with limited registration slots available. Interested individuals can register by contacting the program coordinator. Additional information can be found on the department’s social media platforms,” she said.

Ramachandran said that this event follows the success of previous heritage tours organized by the department, including a well-received tour in Rakhigarhi. “Over the past nine months, the department has conducted more than 27 heritage programs across 14 districts in Haryana, including heritage walks, cultural events, meetings, and workshops. The Narnaul heritage event is part of this ongoing series aimed at promoting Haryana’s cultural heritage and raising awareness about the state’s historical monuments,” she added.

The event is expected to attract history enthusiasts, scholars, and tourists who are keen to explore the lesser-known facets of Haryana’s historical landscape. With its emphasis on both education and entertainment, ‘Discover the Rich Heritage of Narnaul’ promises to be a significant step towards preserving and promoting the state’s cultural treasures.

Officials said additional details, including registration information, is available on the department’s social media platforms.

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Leena Dhankhar
Leena Dhankhar is Senior Editor and Bureau Chief, Gurugram, at Hindustan Times, where she has spent over 17 years chronicling the transformation of one of India's fastest-growing urban regions. From starting her career as a crime reporter to leading the Gurugram bureau, her journalism has been defined by investigative reporting, in-depth storytelling and an unwavering focus on public interest. Over nearly two decades, she has reported extensively across crime, politics, civic governance, elections, real estate, environment, courts, sports, education and entertainment, covering Gurugram, Faridabad, Nuh and Palwal. Her reporting has exposed several major scams and systemic failures, including insurance frauds, waste management irregularities, illegal arms manufacturing units in Nuh, illegal mining in the Aravallis, organised crime networks and governance lapses affecting millions of residents. Known for her investigative work and exclusive stories, Leena has reported on high-impact national issues, including the Nicaragua charter flight carrying Indian migrants that was turned back amid allegations of human trafficking, exposing the growing network of illegal immigration rackets. Her work has also focused on gang wars, prison administration, juvenile crime, women and child protection systems, the functioning of the Juvenile Justice Board and Child Welfare Committee, and environmental challenges such as pollution, waterlogging and deteriorating civic infrastructure. Beyond hard news, Leena has extensively documented Haryana's rich heritage, forests and wildlife, bringing attention to the state's historical landmarks, biodiversity, conservation efforts and ecological challenges through immersive reportage and feature writing. Her journalism has consistently gone beyond breaking news. She has documented Gurugram's rapid urbanisation through long-form narratives and enterprise reporting on issues ranging from pothole-ridden roads, flooding and waste management to the changing social fabric of India's Millennium City. She also writes widely read feature columns, including The Outsider, Changemaker, and Concern for Gurugram, profiling people, places and ideas shaping the city's identity. Leena is the author of Gurugram School Murder, published by Juggernaut Books, a deeply reported account of one of India's most high-profile school murder investigations. She is currently working on her second book, an investigative work exploring some of India's most significant scams and fraud investigations. Beyond print journalism, she has expanded her storytelling through public speaking and digital media. She is a TEDx speaker and has produced podcasts exploring Gurugram's transformation, civic challenges and untold stories. Her work reflects a commitment to narrative journalism that combines rigorous reporting with compelling storytelling. A law graduate with an MBA in Human Resources, Leena brings a multidisciplinary perspective to her reporting, particularly on governance, public policy and legal affairs. She has travelled extensively across India to pursue investigative assignments, often reporting from remote locations and conflict-prone areas in search of stories that matter.Read More