Shivajinagar | |
|---|---|
Neighbourhood | |
 Night view of Commercial street, adjoining area of Shivijainagar | |
| Nickname: Tasker Town | |
  Shivajinagar | |
| Coordinates: 12°59′N 77°36′E / 12.99°N 77.60°E | |
| Country | India |
| State | Karnataka |
| City | Bangalore |
| Government | |
| • Body | BBMP |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Kannada |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| Postal Index Number | 560051 |
| Lok Sabha Constituency | Bangalore Central |
Shivajinagara, previously known as Blackpally and Tasker Town or Dandu, is a locality in Bengaluru, India located in the Central Business District. It was named after the 17th century Maratha Emperor Shivaji, by Shivaji Nagar two time independent Councillor Sri N R Murthy who was opposition leader, in the Bangalore City Corporation, in the year 1956.[1][2]
Overview
It is reported that nearly half of Shivajinagar's residents are Muslims, as such during Ramadan, visitors to the area gather to enjoy a wide array of culinary delights and cultural experiences. Large queues of visitors indulging in grill-charred kebabs, fried samosas, and large servings of falooda are seen. Families initiate their fast-breaking rituals with a spread of fresh fruits, dates, and beverages. The street fairs near Russell Market circle offer a rich variety of delicacies, including haleem, mutton samosas, kebabs, and phirni, attracting a significant number of visitors from both the city and its peripheral areas who seek to partake in the festivities and savor the local flavors.[3][4]
References
- ↑ Raghuram, M. (23 April 2012). "'Bangalore inspired a young Chhatrapati Shivaji'". DNA India. Retrieved 31 December 2019.
- ↑ "I Change My City". www.ichangemycity.com. Retrieved 15 April 2024.
- ↑ "An evening in Shivajinagar the week before Eid". The Hindu. 5 April 2024. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 15 April 2024.
- ↑ Sharadhaa, A. (4 May 2020). "Pannaga Bharana's laugh riot, starring Danish Sait, titled 'French Biryani'". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 15 April 2024.