Ahmedabad,
located on the banks of the river Sabarmati, is the largest city of
Gujarat and
seventh largest city
of India. The city is sometimes called as Karnavati, a name for an older town that
existed at the same site. Ahmedabad is a blend of a harmonious past and a
vivacious
present. The city, owing to its rapid industrialization, is also
referred to as the “Manchester of the East”. In spite of the high
industrial growth, it has retained its past glory in the form of
imposing architectural monuments built in Hindu and Islamic styles.
Ahmedabad was the capital of Gujarat
from 1960 to 1970; later on the capital was shifted to Gandhinagar. The
city held an important position in the Indian freedom movement as
“Gandhiji” had started his non-cooperation movement against the British
from here. He had established the Sabarmati Ashram on the outskirts of
the city where he used to guide his followers.
Today, the city
has become a paradise for industrialists. Its thriving textile industry
has given it a separate position on the industrial map of the country.
Institutes of international reputation like the Indian
Institute of Management (IIM) are located here. Hence discovering such a brilliant city is truly overwhelming.
Ahmedabad has been the only city of India
that has grown from its own terms relying upon its own resources. At
present, the city is the administrative head quarter of Ahmedabad
district.
It has endless prospects in the fields of education, culture, industry,
politics and many more aspects to choose from. So, when you are
exploring or enjoying the city, it is
essential to collect all these information which may help you to have a clear view about the city.
Let’s explore the ‘city of Ahmed Shah’ with pleasant surprises…