Punjab Canal Colonies

1931 ਵਿੱਚ, ਅਸੀਂ ਬਰਤਾਨਵੀ ਭਾਰਤ ਦੌਰਾਨ ਸਥਾਪਤ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਕੈਨਾਲ ਕਲੋਨੀਆਂ ਨੂੰ ਦਰਸਾਉਂਦੇ ਦੋ ਨਕਸ਼ੇ ਸਾਂਝੇ ਕਰ ਰਹੇਂ ਹਾਂ । In 1931, we shared two printed maps depicting the extensive Punjab Canal Colonies established during British India. Colonial Vision and Agricultural Transformation Between 1885 and 1940, the British administration embarked on a endeavour by creating nine canal colonies along the Beas and Sutlej rivers. Formation of Canal Colonies: A Testament to Colonial Efforts Sidhnai Colony (1886-1888): This colony was established in Multan, with 176,702 acres allocated to settlers. Sohag Para Colony: Developed alongside Sidhnai, its reliance on seasonal irrigation .

Chunian Colony (1896-1898): Emerging in the Lahore district, it initially employed an auction system for land allocation. Chenab Colony (1892-onwards): Encompassing vast regions, including Lyallpur, Jhang, Gujranwala, and Lahore, diverse grant types catered to various objectives and qualifications. Jhelum Colony (1902-1906): Originating in the Shahpur district, it shifted from agrarian excellence to horse breeding for the army, resulting in redefined grant conditions. Lower Bari Doab Colony (1914-1924): Active in Montgomery and Multan, it factored in horse breeding, military land, indigenous groups, peasants, and lower castes. Upper Chenab and Upper Jhelum Colonies: Though smaller in scale, they were vital in transporting water to the Lower Bari Doab Colony, addressing historical gaps. Nili Bar Colony (1926-incomplete): Reserved land for pensioned service members, indigenous groups, and landless individuals encountering economic challenges.