01/08/2026
How Chandigarh Was Built: The Untold Story of 28 Villages That Made a City.
ਚੰਡੀਗੜ ਕਿਵੇਂ ਵੱਸਿਆ? – ਇਤਿਹਾਸ ਦੇ ਅਣਸੁਣੇ ਪੰਨਿਆਂ ਤੋਂ ਪਰਦਾ ਚੁੱਕਦੀ ਇੱਕ ਖ਼ਾਸ ਮੁਲਾਕਾਤ
What is the real story behind the creation of Chandigarh? In this exclusive Connect FM 101.7 discussion, Edmonton Host Jarnail Basota is joined by renowned Punjabi writer Malkiat Singh Aujla to explore the fascinating history behind one of India's most iconic planned cities.
Based on his book "Chandigarh Kiven Vassia?", Malkiat Singh Aujla discusses how 28 villages were relocated during the development of Chandigarh, the city's planning and foundation, the people affected by its construction, and the lesser-known historical, social, and cultural aspects of its evolution. The conversation offers a deeper understanding of Chandigarh's origins, urban planning, heritage, and the human stories behind the city's development.
If you're interested in Punjab's history, Chandigarh's formation, and untold historical facts, this is a must-watch conversation.