Punjab, the chief wheat producing
area of the country, is the overland entry point into India. The state is also
known for its production of sports and hosiery goods. The holiest shrine for
the Sikhs is the Golden Temple in
Amritsar, so called because the dome
is covered with gold leaf.Home of the fiercly proud and independent sikhs, the
state of Punjab is steeped in histroy and culture of India.
For centuries, the sikh warriors have provided the fighting force for armies
of the great kings of India, British Raj and now the people of United India.Through
sheer hard work, the men and women of Punjab have turned this into one the greenest
states in India. Universally famous for their deligence, they have done much
to contribute to the welfare of India.
The first impression of Punjab one gets is that of a land pulsating with prosperity.
The plains of Punjab, with their fertile soil and abundant water supply, are
naturally suited to be the breadbasket for India. The land of Punjab is a land
of exciting culture, myriad images of swaying emerald green fields and hearty
people whose robust rustic ways of camaraderie and bonhomie are very much a
part of their heritage.
The state has achieved tremendous growth over the years due to the success
of the Green Revolution in the early 70s. For a major period in the second
half of the 20th century, Punjab led the other states in India to achieve
self-sufficiency in crop production. The other major reason for the prosperity
of the state are the great number of people who left their home for the countries
in Europe and North America and, after long struggles, achieved successes
there.
The people of the state are hard working and take life as it comes. Music
and dance is in their blood and that is reflected in the Bhangra beats that
are famous all over the world today.
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