Shivajinagara, previously known as Blackpally and Tasker Town, is a locality in Bangalore, India located in the Central Business District. It was named after the 17th century Maratha Emperor Shivaji, since he spent his childhood days there.[1][2]
Shivajinagara
Blackpally | |
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Neighbourhood | |
![]() Night view of Commercial street, adjoining area of Shivijainagara | |
Nickname: Tasker Town | |
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 |
Overview
editIt 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]
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Ready to eat Kebab on the roadside food joints.
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"Smoked to Perfection" Kebab.
In Movies
editAzgar, the auto rickshaw driver played by Danish Sait in French Biriyani is from Shivajinagara.[4]
References
edit- ^ 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.
- ^ Bureau, The Hindu (5 April 2024). "An evening in Shivajinagar the week before Eid". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 15 April 2024.
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has generic name (help) - ^ Sharadhaa, A. (4 May 2020). "Pannaga Bharana's laugh riot, starring Danish Sait, titled 'French Biryani'". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 15 April 2024.