Haryana is a state in India. It came into existence on 1 November 1966 as a newly created state carved out of the Punjab state on the basis of language. It has been a part of the Kuru region in North India.The name Haryana is found mentioned in the 12th century AD by the Apabhramsha writer Vibudh Shridhar (VS 1189-1230).It is bordered by Punjab and Himachal Pradesh to the north, and by Rajasthan to the west and south. The river Yamuna defines its eastern border with Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh. Haryana also surrounds the country's capital Delhi on three sides, forming the northern, western and southern borders of Delhi. Consequently, a large area of south Haryana is included in the National Capital Region for purposes of planning for development.
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Gurgaon, India
Gurgaon is the second largest city in the Indian state of Haryana and is a part of the National Capital Region. It is located 30 km south of national capital ... more
Panchkula, India
Panchkula is a planned city in Panchkula district, Haryana, India. It forms part of a metropolitan area with the Union Territory of Chandigarh and the city of ... more
Faridabad, India
Faridabad is the largest city in the north Indian state of Haryana, in Faridabad district. The district shares its boundaries with the National Capital and ... more
Ambala, India
Ambala is a city and a municipal corporation in Ambala district in the state of Haryana, India, located on the border with the state of Punjab. Politically; ... more
Rohtak, India
Rohtak is a Municipal Corporation in Rohtak district that styles itself as the Heart of Haryana. It is located 70 km northwest of New Delhi and 250 km south of ... more
Karnal, India
Karnal or the Rice Bowl of India is a city in NCR (National Capital Region) and the headquarters of Karnal District in the Indian state of Haryana. Karnal is ... more
Panipat, India
Panipat About this sound pronunciation is an ancient and historic city in Panipat district, Haryana state, India. The main places of attraction are Panipat ... more
Kurukshetra, India
Kurukshetra is a land of historical and religious importance. Kurukshetra is located in Haryana state of India. It is also known as Dharmakshetra.
Hisar, India
Hisar previously spelled Hissar, is the administrative headquarters of Hisar district in the state of Haryana in northwestern India. It is located 164 ... more
