Maharaja Ranjit Singh War Museum, Ludhiana, Punjab India

The foundation of this museum was laid in 1990. The museum was planned to create general awareness about the defence services, not only for its role in defending the country but also in strengthening the bonds of national integration and unity.

The museum, though not yet complete, has regular shows in a light and sound hall. This presentations showcase the stories of bravery of Indian especially Punjabi soldiers in upholding the pride of the motherland.

Maharaja Ranjit Singh War Museum is one of tourist attraction is situated on GT Road, Ludhiana Amritsar Highway , about 5 KM from Ludhiana Railway Station covers an area of 4 acres. The foundation of this museum was laid in 1990. The museum was planned with an intention to create general awareness about the defense services. It's role is not only to protect the country but also to increase the bond of national integration and unity. This museum was established in 1999 by the Government of Punjab at an International standard in order to honor the courageous soldiers .

A huge gallery displays various uniforms of the British era Indian army; air force and navy. They also depict the different stripes, medals and ranks worn by the officials. Another gallery displays portraits and busts of Punjab’s army men who had fought and got laurels in the three wars in 1948,‘65, and ‘71. The six busts that stand in the gallery are of officers who had received Victoria Cross. Yet another attraction of this museum is the light and sound show, which, through the effects of light and sound, depicts war of independence and the role of Punjabis in it. A sonnet lumiere (Light & Sound Show) on permanent basis has been installed at the War Museum to perpetuate the memory of those brave sons of the motherland, who have sacrificed their lives in the freedom struggle of India with an aim to create sense of patriotism and nationalism among the people of Punjab, especially younger generation.