Ludhiana (ਲੁਧਿਆਣਾ) is a district in central Punjab, India, with its administrative headquarters in Ludhiana city. It includes a major urban industrial centre alongside smaller towns and agricultural villages. The district is widely known for manufacturing, especially hosiery, knitwear, bicycles and engineering goods, as well as productive farmland.
Punjabi language and culture shape daily life, with Sikh and Hindu traditions prominent and migrant communities contributing to the workforce. Farming, trade and small and large factories support the economy. Punjab Agricultural University is an important educational and research institution. Notable heritage sites include the Maharaja Ranjit Singh War Museum and the rural sports venue at Kila Raipur.
Common civic concerns include air pollution, industrial waste and pollution in Buddha Nullah, alongside traffic congestion, drainage and reliable public services. Residents also care about affordable housing, workers’ welfare, healthcare and education. In rural areas, irrigation, groundwater availability, farm incomes and road connectivity remain important issues.