Key Highlights
- Punjab consists of 23 districts, the latest addition being Malerkotla (2021).
- The district of Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar holds the record for the longest name in the state, with 23 characters.
- Located in the Doaba area, it is divided into three sub‑districts: Nawanshahr, Banga and Balachaur.
Detailed Insights
Originating as Nawanshahr, the district was renamed in honour of the revolutionary martyr Shaheed Bhagat Singh. The new appellation not only commemorates the national hero but also symbolises the region’s enduring spirit of resistance and devotion.
Situated roughly 92 kilometres from Chandigarh, the district’s headquarters is Nawanshahr. As a part of the Anandpur Sahib parliamentary constituency, it plays a pivotal role in Punjab’s socio‑political landscape.
Key Concepts
- Punjab – the north‑western state of India whose name translates to “Land of Five Rivers”.
- Doaba – a region between the Beas and Sutlej rivers, known for its fertile plains.
- Shaheed – a Persian term adopted in Hindi meaning “martyr”.
- Granary of India – an epithet for Punjab, referencing its agricultural productivity.