Chomu was established on
Akshiya Tritiya in 1595, by Raaval Thakur Karan Singh. The design of the town was proposed by Pandit Beniprasad Bhaatara. According to local historian Vaidh Kailashnath Shastri, Thakur Manohardas and Lakkhi Banjara, laid the foundation of the
baavli near the Surajpol Gate at the eastern entrance, and its construction was completed in 1640. Later, Thakur Karan Singh's grandson, Thakur Mohan Singh began the construction city walls and canal, which were completed in 1719. An annual festival is held every year on 26 April in honour of the founders and of the town. ==Administration==