Lahore:
The Punjab government has launched an initiative to restore historical Sikh and Hindu religious places in Gujranwala and Wazirabad.
The websites include Tomri Mandir, Jain Mandir, Ranjit Singh Museum and Dhonkal Baoli, which are opened to worshipers, citizens and tourists to show the region’s various cultural and religious heritage.
Provincial Secretary of Tourism, Archeology and Museums Dr. Ehsan Bhutta said Gujranwala is known as “Heritage City” and the government plans to preserve the monuments and establish new museums and galleries.
Gujranwala Museum Building is expected to be completed in January, with preparations for exhibitions to be completed in March to formally open the facility in April.
Archaeology Director Hassan Ali described the projects as “tales of our shared past” and noticed Mughal-inspired Tomri Mandir, Jain Mandir’s connections to Jainism and Ranjit Singh Museum’s role in preserving the legacy of Sikh Empire. Dhonkal Baoli, he added, was once a vital water source and social hub.
Stwant Kaur, Secretary General of Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee, said the restoration will promote interreligious harmony and global recognition of Punjab’s heritage.
