Haveli Todar Mal

The Haveli Todar Mal is situated within the premises of Gurudwara Fatehgarh Sahib. It was built in the 17th century and is also popularly known as Jahaz Mahal or Jahaz Haveli. The haveli is located in Harnam Nagar, on the eastern side of the Sirhind-Ropar Railway Line. The present-day Sirhind has the remains of the Haveli of Devan Todar Mal, which is believed to have been one beautiful building during its hay day. The lavish structure has been taken over by SGPC (Shiromani Gurudwara Parbandhak Committee) and is being restored with the help of the Punjab Government and INTACH (Indian National Trust for Art and Culture Heritage).

Todar Mal was a local businessman and an ardent follower of Guru Gobind Singh Ji. He went on to become the Diwan in the court of the ruler of Sirhind during the Mughal reign, Nawab Wazir Khan. He is lauded to this day for defying the Mughals and buying the land for the cremation of Guru Ji’s young, martyred sons and his mother. The Haveli of Todar Mal structure is built entirely out of Sirhindi bricks. The entire premise of the haveli is decorated with several fountains and pools. Every single structure sticks true to the architectural brilliance of this palace. There is also a huge reception area designed to receive guests and meet with people.