Punjab State War Memorial in Jalandhar, a monument built to honour the state’s war heroes and preserve the memory of those who sacrificed their lives for the nation since Independence, is struggling for even basic upkeep. The neglect is evident from the moment one enters. The main signage identifying the memorial is missing near the entrance, leaving only the frame that once carried its name. Adding to the sense of abandonment, cracks have started appearing in the ceilings of some hexagonal structures, while overgrown shrubs have taken over large stretches of the premises. Several important installations are also missing. An…
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