Sirsa

Sirsa is a city in the northwestern part of the Indian state of Haryana. It serves as the administrative headquarters of Sirsa district. The city lies near the border with Punjab and acts as a commercial and cultural hub for the surrounding agricultural region. Historically, the area has seen influence from various regional powers and served as a conduit along trade routes in the northwestern plains.

Geography and climate: Sirsa sits on the northwestern plains of Haryana. The area has a semi-arid climate with hot summers, cool winters, and a monsoon season that provides most of the rainfall.

Economy and transport: The local economy is largely agrarian, with crops such as wheat, mustard, and cotton grown in surrounding fields. Trade, processing, and small-scale manufacturing supplement income in the city. Sirsa is connected by road and rail to major towns in Haryana and neighboring states, supporting commerce and mobility.

Culture and institutions: The city hosts several religious and cultural sites and is home to the Dera Sacha Sauda, a major spiritual organization that has its base in Sirsa. Educational institutions in and around Sirsa offer schooling from primary to higher secondary and some colleges, serving urban and rural communities in the district.