Mumbai, formerly known as Bombay, already surpassed Kolkata as the city with the most number of people in India. This was mainly because of the influx of immigrants into the city during the construction boom of the 1970s, which saw the growth of the city into the economic giant that it is now. The city is one of the largest sea ports in the vicinity of the Arabian Sea, which also gave rise to the city’s urban growth and development. (more…)
April 15, 2009
Delhi
Delhi is one of the largest cities in the world. In 2007 it was estimated that the city had a population that exceeded seventeen million inhabitants. This dethrones Mumbai as having the largest population in an Indian city. Aside from this, Delhi is also one of the oldest cities having been continually inhabited. It is considered as a Union Territory in terms of status, having its own limited-power legislative assembly. (more…)
Kolkata
The city of Kolkata was formerly known to some as Calcutta, which may be more familiar to others. It was then known as a city that was past its prime after the independence in 1947, becoming stagnant as a city, and as an economic center. That notion is quickly changing. However, like the new name; the city is starting to take on the challenge of regaining its position as a premiere economy for India. (more…)
Bangalore
The city with the third most number of people residing in it, Bangalore is also widely known as the leading city in India when it comes to information technology. It’s a haven for the computer industry in India, and it has been nicknamed the Silicon Valley of India’s local IT industry. It’s become one of the premiere economies in India, and hosts a booming set of industries that have major contributions to the economic boom India is now currently enjoying. (more…)
Hyderabad
Known as the city of Pearls, Hyderabad has a population of around ten million people. Aside from this, it is the second largest in the country when it comes to land area covered. The city is best known for having a unique mixture of the north and south Indian traditions. Plus, it is also a melting pot of language and culture in India.
Under the rule of the seven Nizams, Hyderabad bloomed and became both economically and culturally diverse, with full growth established during their rule. It also became the formal capital. With this, the rulers built several huge reservoirs in order to serve the city. After the independence of India from the British rule, all Indian states were re-arranged to better fit on linguistic grounds. Thus, Hyderabad was placed under the jurisdiction of the then-new Andhra Pradesh. In fact, he became that state’s capital. (more…)
Chennai
With a population of seven and a half million people, Chennai, also formerly known as the city of Madras, is the fourth largest city in the entirety of India. It’s the capital of Tamil Nadu and considered as one of the coasts of the Bengal Bay called Coromandel Coast. The city was an important urban location and naval base for British India. Aside from this, one time, it became the capital of the country during the 20th century. (more…)
Surat
Surat is well known to diamond enthusiasts worldwide. Those who have an affinity for the brilliant gems will have a working knowledge of the city and its diamond industry. In fact, diamonds are perhaps what define Surat, because ninety-two percent of the world production of diamonds are cut and then polished in this city. Partly because of the diamond polishing industry and the other industries in the city, Surat has had the highest growth in terms of GDP in the whole of India, being at eleven and a half percent. The population in this city numbers at four million people, making it the ninth largest in the entire India and second largest in its state. (more…)
Kanpur
Called home by some of the most established and prestigious academic institutions in India, Kanpur is also the city with the most number of residents in its state. It is also amongst the most populous in the northern area of India. There are over four million residents living in Kanpur. Aside from this, many others are also living in the city tin order to get a degree from the distinguished schools. One of the Indian Institutes of Technology is also present in the city, along with equally impressive schools with other courses. From computer studies to medicine, institutions based in Kanpur are widely regarded as some of the best in the country and competitive in the world arena. (more…)
Ahmedabad
With a population of five million six hundred thousand at last estimate, Ahmedabad is one of the top ten largest urban cities in India at seventh place, and is the largest city in its state. It has also been named as the Eastern version of Manchester. This is since its textile industry is bolstering to become one of the largest in the country. It was also one of the well-known cities during the campaign for independence in India. Civil and worker’s rights campaigns were at one time or another held at this city, making it one of the main centers of political unrest during past times. (more…)
Pune
The second-biggest city in Maharashtra, a large state in western India, Pune is the administrative capital and the eight-largest populace in the whole of India. It is also widely known for its manufacturing industry which has helped bring the city’s economy to the level that it enjoys now. The city appeared on the scene during the 17th century, and became a cantonment town under the rule of British India. After the independence of India, the city became famous for educational institutions, with over a hundred at last count. Moreover, its manufacturing facilities, especially for automotive assembly is one of its famous industries as well. Along with the rest of India, the city is also rising in the industry of information technology. (more…)