Bathwala
Bathwala is a small village located to the west of Gurdaspur, Punjab, India. It has also been known as the village of exclusive Johal's (also known as Sardaran Da Bathwala and Jattan Da Bathwala ).[citation needed]
History
The village was established by ancestors of the Johal's and a landlord Jatt known as Nathu Shah Johal, and later by his three sons.
Sports
The Johal's are also known for taking part in sports. The Youth Sports Club foundation was established by Member of Parliament and Film Actor Mr. Vinod Khana in 1997. They have continuously hosted cricket tournaments for the past fifteen years and body building competitions in the area. Rather than sports, they are also famous for Folk Dance – Bhangra. They have several gold medals in state level competitions.
Famous Sports Personalities
- Parminder Johal (International Basketball Player)
- Surinder Johal (National Cricketer)
- Manjinder Johal (National Cricketer)
- Jonny Johal (National Cricketer)
- Gagandeep Johal (National Cricketer)
- Parminder Johal (senior) (National Cricketer)
Festivals
Vaisakhi is the most famous festival among the residents of Bathwala. It is celebrated as the birthday of Khalsa. SHARDAI and GARRAKU (pakoras of spiritual Bhang leaves) are famous and popular on the occasion of Vaisakhi. Other than Vaisakhi, Holi the festival of colours and Dewali the festival of lights are favourites among the people of Bathwala.
References
Coordinates: 32°03′18″N 75°22′48″E / 32.055°N 75.380°E
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