Hisar

Hisar, also known as the city of Steel, is the administrative headquarters of the district with the same name, in the northern state of Haryana. It is among the list of counter magnets identified by the government - which signifies that its poised for large growth. The city is India’s largest galvanised iron production centre. The city has seen many rulers across dynasties and periods, and is therefore also a melting pot of cultures.

Besides the large contribution to Iron and Steel, Hisar also has a substantial textile industry. It is also the largest auto mobile repair and space part centre in Asia. Many eminent business people are from Hisar, including most famously, the Jindals and the Essel, Welspun and Action Groups.

Hisar contains beautiful temples, mosques, churches, forts and even ruins of settlements that date back to the Harrapan period