Because of the growing number of coronavirus cases in the state, the decision to close schools, colleges, and universities before the end of April was taken.

Haryana Minister Kanwar Pal today said, Due to rising COVID-19 cases, schools for Classes 9 to 12 will also be closed till April 30.

The state government had already shut primary and secondary schools (Classes 1 to 8) in view of rising cases of COVID-19 and also canceled Class 10 board exams and postponed Class 12 board exams. The new dates will be announced later.

Karnal has an etymology with its name. It is believed that it has been derived from the Mahabharata’s character Karna as the city has a lake called Karna lake where Karna used to give alms to the poor. The city Karnal has many places for tourists to see and this article will give a glimpse of some places to visit in Karnal.

Places to visit in Karnal

1. Karna Lake

Karna Lake is a man-made lake situated in the karnal city for the recreational purpose of city people. Karna Lake is also called Karna Tal is a famous place to visit in Karnal. Karnal lake houses Karnal lake tourist complex where boating, swings, and accommodation facilities are available. It is believed that Karnal has its name originated from this Karna lake.

2. Babur’s Masjid

Babur’s Masjid is a monument built by Mughal emperor Babur to celebrate his victory over Ibrahim Lodhi in the year 1528. Babur’s Masjid has octagonal towers and is covered by domes. Mostly part of the Masjid is in ruins but still, it echoes the history of the Karnal city. It is a must-visit place in Karnal city of Haryana.

3. Kalandar Shah Tomb

Kalandar Shah Tomb is a marble grave built by Ghias-ud-din, Emperor of Delhi, in the memory of Bo-Ali-Qalandar Shah. This famous place to visit in Karnal is located just outside the city. Bo-Ali-Qalandar Shah was a famous Muslim sage who was respected by all communities.

4. Gurudwara Manji Sahab

Gurudwara Manji Sahab is a must-visit place in Karnal as it holds both religious and historical importance. The first Guru of Sikhism Guru Nanak Dev Ji visited Karnal in 1515 and with his spiritual teachings, he released people from the superstitious beliefs of some Muslim pirs ruling at that time. From that time, the people of karnal started following Sikhism and celebrate every Sikh festival with great fervor.

5. Durga Bhavani Mandir

Durga Bhavani Mandir of Karnal is a 400-year-old temple that is a symbol of people’s faith.  The temple is a famous place to visit in karnal because of its magnificent architecture and stonework. A pious pond called Ganga pond is also in the temple. On the Dussehra festival,  people worshiping the mother Ganga and earn spiritual benefits.

6. Sita Mai Temple

Sita Mai Temple is the only temple in India that is dedicated to Mata Sita. Because of its unique characteristics, the Sita Mai temple is a must-visit place in Karnal. This ancient temple is built on the place where Goddess Sita got buried in the earth to prove her purity.

7. Karnal Cantonment Church Tower

Karnal Cantonment Church Tower is a Roman-style remnant of the former colonial rule. The four-story tower can be seen from miles away and it houses a magnificent ornamental cross at the top. Towering thirty-five meters high, the Karnal Cantonment Church Tower is one of the must-visit places in karnal. This lovely spot is ideal for a romantic evening or a casual picnic.

8. Miran Sahib Tomb

Miran Sahib Tomb is dedicated to saint Miran sahib or Syed Mohammed who was responsible for rescuing a Brahmin girl from a King in a battle. After the saint was killed in the battle, his head has been buried here. The tomb houses a brilliant mosque that makes it a famous place to visit in Karnal.

9. Karnal Golf Course

The Golf Course of Karnal stretches over acres of lush green gardens that are ideal to relieve tensions and to get a break from hectic city life. Located on the banks of the Yamuna river, having Karnal Lake on one side and Oasis Complex Resort on the other., it is one of the famous places to visit in Karnal and popular among international golf destinations.

These are some of the famous places to visit in Karnal.

University in Sirsa

Chaudhary Devi Lal University

Chaudhary Devi Lal University in Sirsa established by the state legislature act 9 of 2003 is accredited by NAAC and registered under University Grants Commission. Till 2000,  it was working as Kurukshetra University Chaudhary Devi Lal Post Graduate Regional Centre but later in 2003, declared as full-fledged University named as Chaudhary Devi Lal University.

The University in Sirsa offers various academic programmes in the area of Technology, Commerce, Management, Law, Humanities, Mass Communication, Social Sciences, and Education mainly at the Post Graduate level. There are many degree, educational, and engineering colleges that are affiliated with CDLU, Sirsa. There are two boys and two girls hostel with every facility are established in the university. University library has more than 25,000 books related to all courses.

Colleges in Sirsa

Lala Hansraj Phutels College of Law, Sirsa

Lala Hansraj Phutela college of Law was inaugurated in the year 2006 by S.E.S- Sirsa educational society. In 2011, the college got affiliated to Ch. Devi Lal University, Sirsa but prior to this, it was affiliated to Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra. The Bar Council of India has also approved the college.

The law college in Sirsa offers LL.B. 3 Year (Professional) Course to the students. The faculty of Lala Hansraj Phutela law college is experienced and qualified. The infrastructure of the college includes classrooms with modern teaching aids, Moot Courtroom, Seminar room, Computer lab with internet connectivity, library with e-library section, and faculty rooms.

Rajendra Institute of Technology and Science

Rajendra Institute of Technology and Sciences –RITS is a college in Sirsa under Rajendera Institutes banner. This institute was established in the year 2002 to impart the B.Pharmacy education but with the time being, it has started giving education at the Postgraduate level in four specializations (M. Pharm. In Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Pharmacology.

The faculty is dedicated and experienced. The other facilities provided to students are separate hostel for boys and girls, transport facilities, state of the art laboratories, e-Library, wi-fi and many more.

Jan Nayak Chaudhary Devilal Dental college

In the year 2005, a premier Dental Institution was established in Sirsa named Jan Nayak Ch Devilal Dental college. The dental college in Sirsa is duly recognized by the Dental Council of India, Govt. of India and is affiliated to Pt. B.D. Sharma University of Health Sciences, Rohtak, Haryana. It offers BDS and MDS courses at its 150-acre lush green campus. The Dental College in Sirsa accepts admission on the basis of merit in NEET UG and PG exams conducted by NTA.

JCD dental college of Sirsa is famous in the Haryana State for providing high –quality teaching environment and for state of the art infrastructure.

JCD Memorial College of Engineering

JCD Memorial College of Engineering is an AICTE approved, ISO 9001:2008 certified institution. It is affiliated to Chaudhary Devi Lal University, Sirsa. This engineering college in Sirsa provides courses in Computer Science & Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering and Mechanical Engineering for 4 year B.Tech and 2 year M.Tech program. It also offer Applied Science and humanities courses.

JCD Memorial College of Engineering is a part of the Jan Nayak Chaudhary Devi Lal Vidyapeeth (JCDV). The 180-acre area of engineering college in Sirsa has everything for the student’s welfare like playfields, modern digital library, computer laboratories, separate hostels for boys and girls, museum, transport facility and staff quarters, cafeteria and a gymnasium.

Sri Guru Hari Singh College, Sirsa

Initially, in 1958, Satguru Partap Singh Ji laid the foundation of a school at Sri Jiwan Nagar to provide education to Namdharis in particular, later on, grown as a high school and named Sri Guru Hari Singh High School. With the increase in demand for Higher education, Sri Satguru Jagjit Singh Ji established a college named Sri Guru Hari Singh College affiliated to Ch. Devi Lal University, Sirsa in the year 1983 dedicated to the memory of a great freedom fighter Sri Satguru Hari Singh. This college in Sirsa provides education in arts and commerce fields to both boys and girls. The courses available at Sri Guru Hari Singh College Sirsa are B.A, B.Com, B.Sc (Non-Med), B.Sc (Med), B.Sc (Computer Science), and M.Com.

Government National PG College, Sirsa

Government National PG College in Sirsa is a renowned college established in 1957 to cater to the higher education need of students of the city and adjoining area. This college in Sirsa provides education in all three fields arts, science, and commerce. In 1979, it has been taken over by the government and is affiliated to Ch. Devi Lal University in present. Earlier it was affiliated with Kurukshetra University. Govt. College for Women, District Library, Bal Bhawan, and Helen Keller Blind School are some of the other institutions that are present on the land of Government National PG College in Sirsa.

In this article, we will give an insight into some of the top places to visit in Rohtak whenever you get a chance.

Best Places to visit in Rohtak:

1. Tilyar Lake

Tilyar lake is Rohtak’s peculiarity and the best place to visit in the city. It is a lake with an area of 132 acres surrounded by the green belt. It is a perfect weekend spot for Delhiites and local people.

For tourists, it has a mini zoo that is also known as Tilyar Zoo. One can spot fauna like Tiger, Panther, Deer, Birds, and Monkeys, etc. For kids, Tilyar lake offer swings and toy train where they can enjoy their own. And for adventure seekers, Tilyar Lake provides a boating facility. Amid all fun, for your hunger pranks, the place also holds a multi-cuisine restaurant and bar.

2. Gurudwara Shri Teg Bahadur Sahib

This top place to visit in Rohtak is dedicated to the 9th Guru of Sikhism, Guru Teg Bahadur Ji. The Gurudwara has significance in terms of the staying place of the 9th Sikh Guru when he was on his way to Delhi. This is one of the spiritual places to visit in Rohtak that offers positive and auspicious vibes to its visitors. It is located in Village Lakhan Majra, Jind Rohtak Road, Rohtak.

3. Meham

The small city Meham, an archeological site is the best place to visit in Rohtak as it holds the life of Indus Valley civilization. Visiting Meham in Rohtak is a history lesson about Hindu heritage and Islamic architecture. In Islamic architecture, Meham has tombs and Mosques and under Hindu heritage sites, many temples are there. Meham is situated 30 km west of Rohtak city on Rohtak Hisar N.H.No.10.

4. Chillout Zone

To get the perfect adrenaline rush, Chillout Zone is the top place to visit in Rohtak. This adventure park is one of its kind in North India offering various adventurous activities for the visitors. Chillout Zone in Rohtak is a perfect weekend spot for people who get tired from boring routine life. The activities that are provided by Chillout Zone are rope riding, ATV, Zipline, wall climbing, paintball, and many more.

5. Splash Water Park

The splash water park is one of the places to visit in Rohtak where you can enjoy yourself with family and friends together. It is a water amusement park offering a number of water rides for all. Splash water Park offers different rides for different age groups of people. It is situated at Delhi-Hisar Road, Near Sukhpura Chowk, Rohtak.

6. Sai Temple

Sai Temple in Rohtak is a replica of Shirdi Sai Temple located at Shirdi. It is 11kms away from Rohtak on Delhi Highway. It is a peaceful place amid the hustle of city life. The sanctity of the temple can make you awestruck. Shirdi Sai Temple of Rohtak is another best place to visit in Rohtak.

Though the number of places to visit in Rohtak mentioned is less but visiting them surely will fill your day with fun and joy.

Haryana was established on 1 November 1966. Haryana was separated from Punjab on a linguistic and cultural basis, since then Haryana Day is celebrated with great enthusiasm and joy in Haryana on 1 November. This year in 2019, the 53rd Haryana Day will be celebrated all over the state on 1st November. All the state complexes and buildings will also be brightly lit up and decorated. There would also be various kinds of contests, races, marathon and debate competitions that will be held to add some flavor and spice to the Haryana Day.

A Hariyali Teej Mahoatsav was celebrated by the Haryana Riti Riwaj Mahila Manch at Surya celebration. The event was started with a skit showing bickering between Nanad Bhabhi which was enjoyed by the audience. The main highlight of the event was the solid body fame Haryanavi Singer Sheenam Katholic. She entertained the audience by her performance. Lot of other activities were there like Haryanvi dress fashion show which was relished by the people. Other activities include Teej Queen Contest, Saas Bahu competition, Nanad Bhabhi Competition and Haryanavi Folk songs.

A special mehndi and nail art stall was there for the ladies by Orane International school of beauty and wellness. Different types of nail art were done and beauty tips were given by them.

Judgement was done by Mrs. Kamla Chaudhary (Deputy excise and Taxation Commissioner) (Retd.), Dr. Mala Sharma (Asst. Prof.) and Dr. Chaya Lamba ( Homeopathy Dept. Agroha ).