20 Facts About Haryana

Here are 20 interesting and important facts about Haryana, covering its history, culture, geography, economy, and more:

Haryana became a separate state on November 1, 1966, carved out from Punjab.
The state shares borders with Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and the national capital Delhi.
Chandigarh is the shared capital of both Haryana and Punjab.
The name “Haryana” means “Abode of God” (Hari = God, Ayana = Home).
Haryana has 22 districts, with Faridabad and Gurugram (Gurgaon) among the most developed.

Haryana is one of India’s leading agricultural states, especially known for wheat and rice production.
It was one of the first states to benefit from the Green Revolution in India.
Approximately 70% of the state’s population is involved in agriculture.
The state is part of the National Capital Region (NCR), contributing significantly to India’s economy.
Gurugram is a major IT and corporate hub, home to several multinational companies.

The epic Battle of Mahabharata was fought in Kurukshetra, a town in Haryana.
Haryana has deep roots in Vedic civilization and ancient Indian history.
The region was a center of Indo-Aryan culture and Sanskrit learning.
Important historical cities include Panipat, where three major battles in Indian history were fought.
Haryana played a significant role in India’s freedom struggle.

Haryana is known for its folk dances, especially Ghoomar, Phag, and Jhumar.
The state has produced many top athletes, especially in wrestling, boxing, and kabaddi.
Haryana has one of the highest sex ratios at birth improvement rates in India post-2010s.
The official language is Hindi, with Haryanvi spoken widely in rural areas.
The state has several religious and historical tourist spots like Kurukshetra, Panipat, and Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary.