Author: RAMAN KUMAR SAHDEV
From Garhshankar to Parliament: The Public Journey of Avinash Rai Khanna
Personality Profile — HoshiarpurToday.com For Hoshiarpur, Avinash Rai Khanna’s public career connects three familiar worlds: the lawyer’s practice, the elected representative’s constituency and the institutions to which citizens turn for help. From representing Garhshankar in the Punjab Assembly to serving in both Houses of Parliament, his journey has carried a strong connection with the district.…
From Hoshiarpur Roots to EdTech Pioneer: The Inspiring Journey of Beas Dev Ralhan
Personality Profile — hoshiarpurtoday.com Every region leaves an indelible stamp on the minds and hearts of those who grow up in its soil. For Hoshiarpur, a city renowned for its rich heritage, culture, and industrious spirit, producing individuals who scale global heights remains a matter of immense pride. Among such notable figures is Beas Dev…
Sarpanch Haveli, Garhshankar: Punjabi Flavours, Heritage and Celebrations
Vegetarian and non-vegetarian dining, a beer bar and a banquet hall meet village nostalgia on Chandigarh Road. Photography: Raman Kumar SahdevHoshiarpurToday.com A meal at Sarpanch Haveli comes with plenty to catch the eye before the menu arrives. A red, fort-style gateway opens into a courtyard with a fountain, traditional displays and corners that invite visitors…
Highway Flavours: Hoshiarpurian Da Dhaba and Balachaur’s Barfi Stop
A sweet stop on Chandigarh Road, Balachaur, with a name that resonates with Hoshiarpur travellers. A highway journey often becomes memorable because of the places where we stop. For travellers looking for Punjabi food and something sweet to take home, Hoshiarpurian Da Dhaba in Balachaur is one such name to explore. Public restaurant listings place…
Dhamma Dhaja: Silence and Self-Observation in Hoshiarpur’s Shivalik Foothills
Discover Dhamma Dhaja in Anandgarh near Hoshiarpur: ten-day Vipassana courses, Noble Silence, donation-supported stays, official photographs and how to apply.
Hoshiarpur Sports Legends & Culture: Champions, Mentors and Village Grounds
Hoshiarpur’s sporting history belongs both to international competitors and to the communities that make regular training possible. This special feature brings together athletes with documented district connections, Mahilpur’s football institutions and a recent example of village sport. Prem Chand Degra: a world champion associated with Hoshiarpur Prem Chand Degra won the world amateur middleweight bodybuilding…
Balwant Singh: Hoshiarpur’s Striker on India’s Football Stage
Balwant Singh’s goals link Hoshiarpur with some of the most recognisable clubs and national-team moments in Indian football. A forward identified by Mumbai City FC as Hoshiarpur-born, he built a career across the I-League, the Indian Super League and the Indian national team. A decisive Federation Cup performance In January 2014, Balwant scored the opening…
Grassroots Hoshiarpur: Mahilpur’s Football Tradition and Village Sport
Hoshiarpur’s sporting life is built on more than medals. Colleges, football clubs and village tournaments provide places to practise, compete and build a lasting interest in sport. The strongest account of that culture begins with named institutions and documented events. Mahilpur’s educational roots Sri Guru Gobind Singh Khalsa College credits its founding principal, Harbhajan Singh,…
Harmilan Bains: Mahilpur’s Double Asian Games Silver Medallist
Harmilan Kaur Bains has given Mahilpur and Hoshiarpur district a memorable place in modern Indian middle-distance running. Her two Asian Games silver medals and record-breaking 1,500m performance are achievements worth recording with their exact dates. Two silvers at Hangzhou At the Hangzhou Asian Games held in 2023—the postponed 2022 edition—Harmilan won silver in both the…
Manisha Kalyan: From Hoshiarpur to European Football
Manisha Kalyan’s journey from Muggowal village in Hoshiarpur district to European club football is a landmark story for women’s sport in Punjab. Her achievements connect local encouragement with national recognition and opportunities abroad. Village roots and early encouragement In a 2021 interview with the All India Football Federation, Manisha credited her parents, her sister and…