Raj Bhavan (Jammu)

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Raj Bhavan (Hindi for Government House) is the official winter residence of the Governor of Jammu and Kashmir. It is located in the Winter capital city Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir. The present governor of Jammu and Kashmir is Lt. Gen. (Retd.) S.K. Sinha

[edit] Raj Bhavan, Jammu (Winter Capital City)

Raj Bhavan of Jammu was one of the Maharaja’s Palace buildings, Ranbir Mahal, which is presently under the tenancy of the State Government.

The Raj Bhavan overlooks the famous river Tawi (Toushi). It is spread over an area of 15.75 Acre (126 kanals) and 7 marlas and has a spacious and beautiful lawn in front where all the ceremonial functions are held.

The President of India, the Prime Minister of India and other dignitaries stay in the Raj Bhavan when on visit to Jammu.