Meerut, located in Uttar Pradesh, is one of the largest cities in northern India and has a rich historical, cultural, and industrial significance. The city is well-known for its sports goods industry, being a major manufacturing hub for cricket bats, hockey sticks, and other equipment. Meerut has a deep connection to India's freedom struggle, with the First War of Indian Independence (1857) famously starting from here, also known as the Meerut Rebellion. It is home to several historical monuments, including the Augharnath Mandir, Shahid Smarak, and Brahma Sarovar. The city is also known for its handicrafts, including brassware, textiles, and embroidery, which are exported worldwide. Agriculture, particularly wheat, sugarcane, and potatoes, forms the backbone of its economy. Meerut is an important educational center in the region, with several well-known schools, universities, and colleges. It has rapidly urbanized and is part of the National Capital Region (NCR), which has led to significant growth in infrastructure, including shopping malls, IT parks, and highways. Festivals like Diwali, Holi, and Eid are celebrated with great enthusiasm in the city, highlighting its religious diversity.

Mata Saraswati Mandir
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52, Suraj Kund Rd, Suraj Kund, Devi Nagar, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh 250002, India

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