Nagpur, located in Maharashtra, is a major city known for its central location and its role as a major commercial and transportation hub. It is often referred to as the "Orange City" due to its extensive orange cultivation and the trade in the fruit. Nagpur is also home to significant industries, including textiles, automobiles, and steel. The city has a rich historical background, with several temples, such as the Shree Ganesh Mandir and the Deekshabhoomi, the site where Dr. B.R. Ambedkar embraced Buddhism. Nagpur is a key center for education and research, with prominent institutions like Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology and the Indian Institute of Management Nagpur (IIM). It is a key center for trade and has a railway junction connecting major cities in India. The city's cultural scene thrives with festivals like Diwali, Gudi Padwa, and Makar Sankranti. Nagpur is increasingly becoming an urban center with growth in technology, real estate, and tourism.
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65, Radhika Palace, Medical Chowk, Hanuman Nagar, Nagpur, Maharashtra 440009, India
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