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    Ludhiana ( Punjabi pronunciation: [lʊ́d̪ɪˈäːɳäː]) is the most populous and the largest city in the Indian state of Punjab. [9] The city has an estimated population of 1,618,879 as of the 2011 census and distributed over 310 km 2 (120 sq mi), [6] making Ludhiana the most densely populated urban centre in the state. [10]

  2. Jun 17, 2024 · Ludhiana, city, central Punjab state, northwestern India. The city stands on the former bank of the Sutlej River, 8 miles (13 km) south of its present course and about 170 miles (270 km) northwest of Delhi. The city was founded in 1480 by members of Delhi’s ruling Lodī dynasty, from which its name.

  3. ABOUT DISTRICT. Ludhiana city was founded in the time of Lodhi dynasty which ruled in Delhi from 1451-1526 A.D. The legend goes that two Lodhi Chief Yusaf Khan and Nihand Khan were deputed by Sikandar Lodhi (1489-1517 A.D.) to restore order in this region.

  4. Situated on the banks of river Sutlej, Ludhiana, Punjab’s largest city, is one of the biggest manufacturing hubs in India. Also known as Manchester of India, Ludhiana is famous for its hosiery industries, the ancient ruins of the Lodi dynasty and the war museum.

  5. Ludhiana (Punjabi: ਲੁਧਿਆਣਾ, Hindi: लुधियाना) is an important industrial town in Punjab. It lies on the banks of the Sutlej river . It is also one of the cities on the historic Grand Trunk Road that formed an important trade route.

  6. Jan 24, 2020 · Things to Do in Ludhiana, India: See Tripadvisor's 17,721 traveler reviews and photos of Ludhiana tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in June. We have reviews of the best places to see in Ludhiana. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

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    Ludhiana is the most populous and the largest city in the Indian state of Punjab. The city has an estimated population of 1,618,879 as of the 2011 census and distributed over 310 km2 (120 sq mi), making Ludhiana the most densely populated urban centre in the state.

  8. Ludhiana is a city in the Indian state of Punjab. The city has 1,618,879 people living in it as per the 2011 census. According to the World Bank Group, Ludhiana is the best city in India to do business. It was founded in 1489 by Sultan Sikandar Lodi of the Islamic Delhi Sultanate . Category: Cities in Punjab, India.

  9. Jun 11, 2024 · The largest city in the state of Punjab, Ludhiana boasts of housing one of the most popular places to see in the state – Maharaja Ranjit Singh War Museum. Spreading across four acres in area, this museum came into existence in the year 1999.

  10. Ludhiana is an industrial city and a major textile and light engineering hub in the Indian state of Punjab. It is one of the largest cities in the state and is located on the banks of the Sutlej River. The city is also known for its hosiery products and is often referred to as the 'Manchester of India'.