Malwa
The Cotton Belt of Punjab is located in the Malwa region, which lies in the southern part of the state. Malwa's sandy soil and semi-arid climate make it ideal for cotton cultivation, contributing significantly to Punjab's agricultural economy.
Master Tara Singh
Master Tara Singh, a prominent Sikh leader and politician, was the first to present the demand for a Punjabi Suba (a separate Punjabi-speaking state) in the 1940s. He advocated for the linguistic and cultural rights of Punjabis, particularly the Sikh community, leading to the eventual formation of Punjab as a separate state in 1966.