Kanpur

About Kanpur Kanpur is a city in the state of Uttar Pradesh. It is also popular to be an industrial center for leather and textile goods. It is believed that, Kanpur was founded by the Hindu King Chandel of Sachendi and derived its name from Lord Krishna's land i.e. Kanhiyapur and later it got abbreviated to Kanpur. Official Website kanpurnagar.nic.in/ Area 403.70 km2 Population (2011) 2,765348 Males 1489062 Females 1276286 Average Literacy 79.65 percent Geography of Kanpur District Kanpur is situated in the north-western part of the Kanpur division. It has two chief rivers; Ganga and Yamuna. The district covers an area of 3005 sq km. It is one of the largest and the most populous city of Uttar Pradesh. As per the 2011 census, the city had a population of 2,765,348 with a density of 1366 people per sq km. Society and Culture Kanpur is culturally rich. The city is home to a lot of eminent poets who played a big role in promoting their culture. There are a lot of fair and festival which is celebrated in the city such as Sonepur Mela which is also known as cattle fair, Kite festival, as the name suggest this occasion is celebrated by multi-coloured kites, Chatth Puja which is a major festival in Bihar. People in Patna lives a really simple lifestyle. And the population comprises different sects of people who migrated and settled here. Food Traditional food plays a big part in understanding a culture. And since Kanpur is a colonized city, it has a blend in its cuisine. Some of...

When you think of India’s freedom struggle, Kanpur is not one of the first cities that springs to mind. But it is. It was here that key events around India’s first battle for independence, the Revolt of 1857 took place and it is also here that almost every revolutionary freedom fighter, from Bhagat Singh to Chandra Shekhar Azad, interestingly came, while planning their battles against the British. In fact, Kanpur is dotted with historical sites where blood was shed and pitched battles were fought between rebel soldiers and the British Indian Army in 1857. People were massacred on both sides. Kanpur’s Satichaura Ghat, on the banks of the Ganga, was even renamed Massacre Ghat after one such brutal incident, during the Uprising of 1857. Satichaura Ghat | Wikimedia Commons From Myth to Medieval Times In Indian mythology, Brahma is believed to have finished creating the universe in present-day Bithoor town in Kanpur district. The city also finds mention in the Ramayana, and it is here that the Valmiki Ashram where Ram’s wife Sita gave birth to her twin sons, Luv and Kush, is believed to have been situated. In the epics, Kanpur (referred to as Jajmau) was ruled by King Yayati, who is credited with building a fort that still stands – in a dilapidated condition – on the banks of the Ganga here. Kanpur, therefore, has always been a site of immense religious significance. Beyond the myths and legends, in medieval times, the city was part of the Kannauj region, ruled by King Jaichand...

This monument is more of an architectural marvel than a temple as there are no idols inside to worship. The most amazing part is that it's completely made of red bricks including the arches and the bends. Even the size of the bricks used is at least twice the size of the bricks which we use nowadays. The details and intricacies are just astounding and cannot be put into words. My first trip to Ganges with great expectations, but alas. Construction was going on the Ghats and that made it difficult to stand at the steps. Water was muddy . Visited the nearby Ghats which were vividly named. Place is well maintained but needs to be more informative and Clean. Overall visited the various Ghats and finally washed my hands in the holy river. Take a metro to Kalyanpur metro station. From there take share AUTO- Rs 20 per person. Ride is for 20-25mins depending on Traffic. Get down and ask people for direction . On the way you can enjoy the food at various eateries. The place can be very crowded during certain days of month. The deity is mesmerising. Everyday shringar is beautiful. Apart from shri Dwarkadheesh ji & Rukmaniji, there is the Singhania family(JK Group) Kul Devi & Shivalinga. The temple is next to Kamla Tower. The approach road to the temple is very narrow & congested which is a bit challenging. Otherwise a must see temple of Kanpur with very powerful vibrations.

IIT Kanpur was established by an Act of During the first ten years of its existence, a consortium of nine US universities (namely Under the guidance of economist In 1972 the KIAP program ended, in part because of political tensions between India and Pakistan (as the USA supported Pakistan). Government funding was also reduced as a reaction to the sentiment that the IIT's were contributing to the The institute's annual technical festival, Campus [ ] The institute has around 6478 students with 3938 undergraduate students and 2540 postgraduate students and about 500 research associates. Noida Extension centre [ ] IIT Kanpur is to open an extension centre in Helicopter service [ ] Being a major industrial town, Kanpur has a good connectivity by rail and by road but it lags behind in terms of air connectivity. IIT Kanpur was suffering significantly in comparison to IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay due to this reason as far as visiting companies and other dignitaries are concerned On 1 June 2013, a helicopter ferry service was started at IIT Kanpur run by [ when?] there are two flights daily to and from New York Office [ ] The institute has set up an office in Organisation and administration [ ] Governance [ ] Undergraduate [ ] IIT Kanpur offers four-year New academic system [ ] From 2011, IIT Kanpur has started offering a four-year BS program in sciences and has kept its BTech Program intact. Entry to the five-year MTech/MBA programs and Dual degree programme will be done based on the ...

Until the 18th century it was known as a small village under the rule of Shuja-ud-duala, who was the Nawab Wazir of Awadh. But after he was defeated by the British, things began to take a new turn. Today it is the most flourished and highly important place and is the most industrialized place of the state. Kanpur is known to have played an important part in the freedom struggle of India. The place was a favorite among freedom fighters like Tantiya Tope, Chandra Shekhar Azad, Sardar Bhagat Singh and Nanarao Peshwa. It is today an important educational center as well and has institutions like the Agricultural College, National Sugar Institute, Harcourt Butler Technology institute, medical colleges and many more. Kanpur is a must-visit destination on the map of Uttar Pradesh. It comprises of the Bhitargaon brick temple that is known as the oldest roofed Hindu shrine with a high shikhara. Jajmau is another important place to visit that lies on the east side and is important place to see the famous mausoleum of Makhdum Shah Ala - ul- Haq, mosque built by Kulich Khan and also famous temples like the Siddha Devi temple, and Siddnath temple. The beautifully constructed Shri Radhakrishna temple is another must visit by tourists. It is built by J.K. trust and has a perfect blend of modern and ancient architecture. The Jain glass temple is also a place worth visiting. It is built with glass and intricate enamel work. Apart from the huge structures, you can also visit the Allen forest...