Maharaja Ranjit Singh War Museum

About Maharaja Ranjit Singh War Museum, Ludhiana

Punjab's military history and battlefield artifacts

• Set along the Grand Trunk Road, this military museum was opened by the Punjab Government in 1999 to document the state's martial past.
• A stone statue of Maharaja Ranjit Singh sits outside the entrance, flanked by tanks, anti-aircraft guns, and a retired MiG-23 aircraft.
• Inside, twelve galleries hold battle relics, antique swords, military uniforms from the Sikh Empire and British Raj, and gallantry awards won by soldiers from Punjab.
• The naval room has miniature warships, while the air force section displays cockpit instrumentation.
• A light and sound show runs in the open arena during winter evenings.
• The best months to stop by are November through February when outdoor displays are comfortable to explore.
• The museum opens from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Tuesday to Sunday, with an adult entry fee of ₹40.