{"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 O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) for an immersive journey into history and culture, reflecting a commitment to preserving and celebrating Haryana’s heritage.<\/p>\n

Tour Highlights and Activities<\/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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