Punjab's Jalandhar gets its own Statue of Liberty, courtesy one NRI
India Today
An NRI's creative replica of the Statue of Liberty in Jalandhar sparks cultural interest and local pride.
You don’t have to fly to New York to see the Statue of Liberty, just head to Jalandhar. A home in Punjab is going viral for bringing a slice of the US skyline to its rooftop.
A unique architectural addition by Gurjeet Singh Matharu has caught the internet’s attention after he recreated a miniature version of the Statue of Liberty on the fourth floor of his house in the Kishanpura area.
Matharu, who has been living in New York for the past 26 years, reportedly brought this idea to life as a way of holding on to a piece of the city he now calls home.
The structure, though smaller in scale, closely resembles the iconic monument, one of the most recognisable symbols of the United States, often associated with freedom and hope. Perched atop his residence, it has quickly become a talking point in the locality, drawing curious onlookers from nearby areas and even beyond.
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An NRI in Jalandhar brings a slice of New York home! After 26 years in NYC, Gurjeet Singh Matharu installs a Statue of Liberty replica on his house—now a local attraction drawing visitors from near and far. pic.twitter.com/z6IhmWUFU8— Khalsa Vox (@khalsavox) March 22, 2026
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