Halwara
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Halwara is a township in Punjab state in India. Located in the Ludhiana District, Halwara lies on the Mullanpur-Raikot road. It is also famous for its Air Base.
Recently there were plans to build an international airport in the city. The air force base was under plans to be converted, however the idea was dropped after much debate.
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[edit] Geographical parts
Halwara consists of Halwara village, and the township that is centered mostly around the Air Force Domestic area. It is separated from the Sudhar township by the Abohar branch of Satluj river, which flows into the Indus river in Pakistan
[edit] Educational institutions
The place boasts of reputed schools, namely, two Kendriya Vidyalayas and one Air Force School and Shri Guru Harkrishan Public School (founded by Sardarni Balwinder Kaur Sandhu). The adjoining area of Sudhar is home to G.H.G. Khalsa College which has been recognized as the best rural area college of Punjab[citation needed]
[edit] Cultural landscape
The place is a remarkable example of cultural harmony and intermingling. A large number of people from other states belonging to families of Air Force men and women have settled here. This has led to a rich cultural vibrance. The area has a Sikh Gurudwara, a Hindu temple, a Christian church, and the tomb of a Muslim peer, all of which are equally revered by the residents.
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