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Under the British Raj until the Partition of India in 1947, the Punjab Province encompassed the present Indian states and union territories of Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, and Delhi, and the Pakistani regions of Punjab, and Islamabad Capital Territory. Punjab is a state in northwest region of India and is one of the most prosperous states. The government of Punjab is the governing authority of the state. Like other states in India, the government of Punjab also has three branches - executive, judiciary and legislative. Punjab in its present form came into existence on , when most of its predominantly Hindi-speaking areas were separated to form the new state of Haryana. The city of Chandigarh, within the Chandigarh union territory, is the joint capital of Punjab and Haryana. Punjab, with its rich heritage, natural beauty, modern attractions, wildlife sanctuaries, mouthwatering cuisine, and lively festivals, is a destination that promises to captivate your senses and leave you with lasting memories. Come, let Punjab's timeless allure weave its magic on your soul.

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