{"id":6404,"date":"2026-01-30T05:22:37","date_gmt":"2026-01-30T05:22:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jgu.edu.in\/jihs\/?p=6404"},"modified":"2026-01-30T05:22:58","modified_gmt":"2026-01-30T05:22:58","slug":"heritage-visit-to-rakhigarhi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jgu.edu.in\/jihs\/heritage-visit-to-rakhigarhi\/","title":{"rendered":"Heritage Visit to Rakhigarhi"},"content":{"rendered":"

Jindal Institute of Haryana Studies Organized Heritage Tour to\u00a0Rakhigarhi on 21 September 2025 with Department of Archaeology and Museums, Government of Haryana, Highlighting Haryana’s Rich Cultural Legacy<\/strong><\/p>\n

RAKHIGARHI, HARYANA<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 The Jindal Institute of Haryana Studies (JIHS), in collaboration with the Department of Archaeology & Museums, Haryana, successfully organized a heritage tour to\u00a0Rakhigarhi, a prominent site of the Harappan Civilisation, on September 21, 2025. The initiative brought together over forty faculty and staff from 91̽»¨ (JGU) for an immersive journey into history and culture, reflecting a commitment to preserving and celebrating Haryana’s heritage.<\/p>\n

Tour Highlights and 91̽»¨<\/strong><\/p>\n

The day-long tour was curated by Prof. Sukanya Sharma, a Research Fellow at JIHS and Assistant Professor at the Jindal School of Art & Architecture. Participants engaged in a series of enriching activities designed to offer a hands-on experience of the ancient site. Dr. Appu Saharan led a guided heritage walk, providing insights into the historical significance of\u00a0Rakhigarhi. A key highlight was an encounter with the spectacular Rakhigarhi\u00a0Woman, a well-preserved skeleton that has offered crucial information about the people of the Harappan Civilization.<\/p>\n

The group also participated in a practical\u00a0pottery workshop<\/strong>\u00a0led by artist Mr. Rahul, allowing them to connect directly with the ancient craft. The day concluded with a culinary experience, where participants enjoyed authentic Haryanvi Cuisine<\/strong>\u00a0at the\u00a0Rakhigarhi\u00a0Resort & Farm, adding a taste of local culture to the historical exploration.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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