About Diwan Khana
Diwan Khana is a historic durbar hall located in Sangrur, Punjab, within the Banasar Bagh complex. Built during the period of Jind State, it served as the court and administrative hall of the rulers of Sangrur, which was the capital of the former princely state. The building exhibits Sikh and Mughal architectural influences and now functions as a museum displaying arms, coins, and artifacts related to the history of Jind State.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a historic single-storey durbar hall set within the Banasar Bagh complex in central Sangrur. The building features arched openings, pillared halls and period architecture. Inside, galleries display collections associated with the former Jind State including weapons, coins, photographs and documents. The surroundings include garden areas and proximity to other heritage structures of the former princely capital.
Key highlights
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Historic Diwan hall of the former Jind State capital at Sangrur
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Located within the Banasar Bagh heritage complex
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Architecture showing Sikh and Mughal influences
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Museum collection of arms, coins and princely state artifacts
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Part of Sangrur's heritage circuit with nearby palace and garden
History of Diwan Khana
Diwan Khana served as the court and administrative hall (Diwan) of the rulers of Jind State when Sangrur was the state capital. Constructed during the princely period, it was used for state functions, court proceedings and receptions. After integration of princely states, the building was preserved and later converted into a museum to display the heritage and artifacts of Jind State.
Culture & Context
The building represents the administrative and courtly culture of the former Jind princely state and reflects architectural traditions of the region. As part of the Banasar Bagh complex, it is a cultural landmark for Sangrur and is visited for its association with the history and heritage of Punjab's princely era.
Route
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