Inside photos of former PM Manmohan Singh’s ancestral home in Pakistan
Inside photos of former PM Manmohan Singh’s ancestral home in Pakistan
Dr. Manmohan Singh's ancestral village, Gah, is located in the Chakwal district of Punjab, Pakistan. It lies in a rural area, reflecting the simple, traditional lifestyle of the region.
Dr. Manmohan Singh's ancestral village, Gah, is located in the Chakwal district of Punjab, Pakistan. It lies in a rural area, reflecting the simple, traditional lifestyle of the region.
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The village holds personal historical importance as it is the birthplace of Dr. Manmohan Singh’s father, who was a part of the local Sikh community. Dr. Singh himself was born in 1932 in what was then British India, but his family's roots trace back to Gah.
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Following the partition of India in 1947, Dr. Singh’s family migrated to India. Since then, the ancestral home has been in Pakistan, symbolizing the deep emotional connection between India and Pakistan for many families affected by partition.s trace back to Gah.
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The village, Gah, retains its rural Punjabi culture with traditional houses and agricultural practices. The ancestral home is a modest structure, showcasing the simple lifestyle of Dr. Singh’s family before they moved to India.
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Despite political tensions between India and Pakistan, Dr. Manmohan Singh has expressed a desire to visit his ancestral village.
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The village and his ancestral home have come to symbolize a connection beyond borders, reflecting shared history and heritage.
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