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Jalandhar, formerly Jullundhar is an ancient city
in Punjab located 80 km away from Amritsar. Ruled by the Hindus and the
Mughals in succession it is believed to be the oldest city in Punjab.
Today this city is a highly industrialized centre being India's foremost
producer of world class sports equipments. It is the main area of the
State which has maximum Non-Resident Indians. This has made it a rich
and forward looking city. The city also has the distinction of producing
some of the best sportsmen in the country. Its satellite towns; Phagwara
is famous for cloth manufacturing and drapery shops and Kartarpur is one
of the biggest exporters of quality furniture.
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