II033 Scenic Madhya Pradesh - 10 Days

Total Page:16

File Type:pdf, Size:1020Kb

II033 Scenic Madhya Pradesh - 10 Days II033 Scenic Madhya Pradesh - 10 Days Greetings from WPS Holidays. It gives us immense pleasure to provide you with detailed itinerary and quote for your upcoming holiday to Madhya Pradesh. Cities Covered ✓ Gwalior : 2 Nights ✓ Chanderi : 1 Night ✓ Orchha : 1 Night ✓ Khajuraho : 2 Nights ✓ Panna : 1 Night ✓ Bandhavgarh : 2 Nights Highlights: ✓ Gwalior City Tour with Hilltop Fort ✓ Chausath Yogini Temple in Mitawali, Padavali Fortress & Bateshwar Temples ✓ Chanderi Sightseeing with Hills and Lakes ✓ Orchha Tour with Datia Palace, Betwa River Sound and Light Show ✓ Jhansi Sightseeing ✓ Khajuraho Sightseeing with Hindu and Jain Temples and Sound & Light Show ✓ Panna Tour with Panna National Park and Panna Hills ✓ Bandhavgarh National Park Meals: ✓ 09 Breakfast at Hotel ✓ 03 Lunches at Hotel ✓ 09 Dinner at Hotel Day 1:- Arrive Gwalior. Hilltop Fort & Local Sightseeing. (Dinner) ▪ Welcome to Gwalior, Gwalior is a cultural, industrial, and political centre and takes its name from the historic rock fortress that forms the centre of the city. ▪ On Arrival, transfer to hotel and check in. ▪ Later proceed for some local sightseeing, Gwalior is best known for its imposing hilltop fort, which was famously described as ‘the pearl amongst fortresses in India’. Historically, the city has been the cradle of a number of dynasties that ruled it over the years. Their influence is clearly seen in the many regal structures that dominate the cityscape. In a sense, Gwalior continues to retain a medieval majesty. ▪ In the evening, back to hotel. ▪ Dinner and Overnight in Gwalior. Day 2:- Chausath Yogini Temple in Mitawali, Padavali Fortress & Bateshwar Temples. (Breakfast & Dinner) ▪ Today after Breakfast proceed to visit the Mitawali. ▪ Mitawali is a village where the popular Chausath Yogini Temple lies - The temple is perched atop a hill surrounded by the lush greenery. ▪ The Chausath Yogini Temple, Morena, also known as Ekattarso Mahadeva Temple, is an 11th-century temple located in Morena district in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. It is one of the few well- preserved Yogini temples in the country. ▪ Proceed to Padavali, visit the notable Padavali fortress the fort also has a temple that once served as a divine place to worship Lord Shiva. Every stone used in the fortification and in the making of the temple has something to convey about the ancient era through its inscription and detailing! ▪ Later Visit Bateshwar, the site is not just about one temple; the Bateshwar temples are a cluster of almost 200 mini grandeurs made of sandstone, devoted to lords Shiva and Vishnu. Spread over 25 acres, these shrines were built across slanted hills near Padavali. Interestingly, the jungle nearby is full of beautiful birds like peacocks, parakeets and kingfishers. ▪ You may spot the national bird perching and posing on the rooftop of the temples. ▪ Dinner and Overnight in Gwalior. Day 3:- Depart Gwalior / Arrive Chanderi. Local Sightseeing. (Breakfast & Dinner) ▪ After breakfast, checkout from hotel and proceed to Chanderi. ▪ It is blessed with scenic beauty in and around it. While picturesque hills, lakes and forts sit surrounding it. On arrival, transfer to hotel, and relax. ▪ Later indulge in some local sightseeing with some shopping of the exquisite hand-woven Chanderi saris adorn this historic town. These saris are adored around the globe for the artistry behind their creation. The elegance of this matchless intricate art of embellishing silk and cotton fabric with zari weaving resides in harmony with the towering forts and palaces. It is a beautiful contrast rare to be found anywhere else. ▪ Dinner and Overnight in Chanderi. Day 4:- Depart Chanderi / Arrive Orchha. Datia Palace & Jhansi. (80 kms | 1.5 hrs) (Breakfast & Dinner) ▪ After breakfast, check out from hotel and proceed for Datia. ▪ An astonishing confluence of Mughal and Rajput architecture, the 7 storey Datia Palace stands tall in the historic city of Datia. While its exterior is adorned with arches, chhatris and oriel windows, the Bundela paintings beautify the interior. ▪ Mentioned as Daityavakra in Mahabharata, the city of Datia is blessed with history as well as divinity. Numerous temples, some even dating back to pre-historic times, give this city its second name - ‘Laghu Vrindavan’ or ‘Small Vrindavan’. The city of Datia might be nicknamed ‘Small Vrindavan’ but it holds stories, countless and ancient, that very few libraries can. Stories that take you back in time, and to the childhood moments of wonder. ▪ Later, proceed for Jhansi. One of the most important venues of India’s first war of independence in 1857 and the erstwhile capital of Rani Lakshmibai’s kingdom. Jhansi serves as the gateway to Bundelkhand region. ▪ The artistic grandeur of the Chandelas is still evident in the monuments and other ancient structures standing in the city. Apart from the historic fort of Jhansi, magnificent temples, churches the Government Museum and the Rani Mahal, Jhansi is also home to a military aviation base. ▪ Later, proceed for Orchha, on arrival transfer to hotel and check in. Freshen up. ▪ Later proceed to Orchha fort complex. In the evening enjoy the “Light & Sound show”. It covers the history of Orchha and its glory in an interesting audio visual medium. ▪ Dinner and Overnight in Orchha. Day 5:- City Tour of Orchha. Depart Orchha / Arrive Khajuraho. (Breakfast & Dinner) ▪ After breakfast, check out from the hotel, proceed to explore Orchha. The historic town of Orchha, nestled on the banks of river Betwa, was founded in the 16th century by the Bundela Rajput Chief, Rudra Pratap. Here, the river Betwa splits into seven channels, also called the Satdhara. Legend goes that this is in honour of the seven erstwhile Chiefs of Orchha. ▪ The ancient town seems frozen in time, with its many monuments continuing to retain their original grandeur even to this day. Here you will find some of the most fascinating temples and palaces. ▪ Later, proceed for Khajuraho (175 kms | 3.5 hrs). Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh is famous for groups of Hindu and Jain temples. These temples are a UNESCO World Heritage Site for their beautiful and erotic rock carvings. ▪ On arrival transfer to hotel and check in. Rest of the day is free for leisure. ▪ Dinner and Overnight in Khajuraho. Day 6:- Khajuraho Sightseeing. Explore Hindu and Jain Temples. (Breakfast & Dinner) ▪ After Breakfast at the hotel, visit the “Western Group of Temples”. ▪ Built between 950-1050 AD by the Chandela Dynasty, these temples depict various forms like meditation, spiritual teachings, kinship, wrestling, royalty and most significantly, erotic art. The temples consist of stunning displays of fine sculptures and exceptional architectural skill, making them one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India. ▪ Based on their geographical location, the temples are categorized into three groups: Eastern, Western and Southern. Beautiful, intricate and expressive, the sculptures of the Khajuraho temples will leave you in awe and wonder. ▪ End the day with a magnificent & spectacular “Light & Sound” show at the premises of the temples. ▪ Dinner and Overnight in Khajuraho. Day 7:- Depart Khajuraho / Arrive Panna National Park. Evening Free for leisure. (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) ▪ After Breakfast check out from Hotel and proceed to Panna. The Panna Tiger Reserve is just 25 km from Khajuraho-a mere half an hour drive. ▪ Arrive Panna and Check in Hotel. Day at leisure. ▪ Tiger sighting is always a matter of chance but regular sightings are reported. Cheetah, Sambar, Nilgai, Chinkara, Chowsingha, Langoor, Wildboar, Jackal, are frequently sighted. Gorges and falls along the course of the Ken River in the Reserve are beholding. Relics of Gondwana period (rule of the tribal people of Central India) are scattered all over the Reserve. ▪ Besides the wildlife watchers (around core area + Ken Ghariyal Sanctuary 20,000 annually), Panna gets visitors (around 35000 annually) who exclusively visit the famous Pandav Fall. ▪ Dinner and Overnight in Panna National Park. Day 8:- Excursion to National Park. Depart Panna / Arrive Bandhavgarh National Park. (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) ▪ After Breakfast, excursion at Panna National Park. We pick from & drop you to your resort. ▪ Mines shining with diamonds within a national park that's home to some of the biggest predators and waterfalls of dizzying heights; Panna has the amazing superpower to, both, calm you and thrill you! ▪ The city's royal past dates back to mid of 17th Centuary AD, when it became the capital of Maharaja Chhatrasal’s kingdom. ▪ On the other hand, with Ken River passing through Panna hills, the city has a wildlife-friendly present. You can spot the majestic tiger, the ghariyal - a huge reptile found only in the Indian subcontinent, and a variety of flora and fauna. ▪ Later check out from Hotel and drive to Bandhavgarh National Park (190 kms | 4.2 hrs) ▪ Arrive Bandhavgarh hotel and check in. Rest of the evening is free for leisure. ▪ Dinner and Overnight in Bandhavgarh National Park. Day 9:- Bandhavgarh National Park Sightseeing. (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) ▪ Enjoy your morning & afternoon excursion at Bandhavgarh National Park. ▪ Bandhavgarh is a place of mythological and legendary significance. The ancient Bandhavgarh Fort is of great importance as it is believed to have been gifted by Lord Rama to his younger brother Lakshmana. 'Bandhav' in English means brother and ‘Garh’ means fort. Hence the name, Bandhavgarh. Bandhavgarh dates back to 2000 years ago and you will find several man-made caves with inscriptions and rock paintings. ▪ Bandhavgarh is also the land of tigers. This is the place to visit if you want to spot the big cat. India’s top dwelling for tigers, Bandhavgarh National Park has the highest density of Royal Bengal tigers in the world. The sight of the majestic tiger, up close and personal, is said to trigger a sense of awe in you. ▪ Lunch and Dinner at the hotel. ▪ Overnight in Bandhavgarh National Park. Day 10:- Depart Bandhavgarh / Arrive Home.
Recommended publications
  • Temples & Tigers Tour
    Wildlife-2_Layout 1 3/3/2018 6:13 PM Page 1 TEMPLES & TIGERS TOUR Madhya Pradesh has one of the largest forested cover area in the country and have rich and diverse forest resources. Popular National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries in Madhya Pradesh are Kanha National Park, Bandhavgarh National Park, Pench National Park, Satpura National Park, Bori Wildlife Sanctuary and Sanjay Dubri Wildlife Sanctuary Wildlife-2_Layout 1 3/3/2018 6:13 PM Page 2 TEMPLES AND TIGERS TOUR: DETAILED ITINERARY DAY 1 Arrive Delhi Upon arrival at Delhi international airport, our company representative will meet & assist you with traditional welcome and transfer to your hotel for check-in. Rest of the day free and easy for own activities. Overnight at Delhi. DAY 2 Delhi – Indore by Flight Half Day Guided tour of Delhi visit India Gate, President’s House & Qutub Minar, later drive to airport to connect flight for Indore. Upon arrival at Indore airport, check in to the hotel. Overnight at Indore. DAY 3 Indore – Omkareshwar – Maheshwar – Mandu Post breakfast, transfer to Mandu. En-route visit Omkareshwar and Maheshwar. The presence of one of the twelve Jyotirlingam makes Omkareshwar one of the holiest Hindu sites of India. On reaching Omkareshwar, visit the temple of Shri Omkar Mandhata, Siddhnath temple and the temple of Gauri Somnath. Also visit the huge Nandi bull carved on the hillside opposite the temple of Gauri Somnath. After the visit we head to the town of Maheshwar. The major temples to visit in Maheshwar include small national park is perfect for game viewing. The density of tiger Ahilyeshwar temple, Jaleshwar temple and the Rajarajeswara temple.
    [Show full text]
  • Jhansi - Gwalior - Agra - Jaipur - Pushkar - Udaipur - Aurangabad - Mumbai
    Duration: 16 Nights / 17 Days Places Covered: Delhi - Varanasi - Khajuraho - Jhansi - Gwalior - Agra - Jaipur - Pushkar - Udaipur - Aurangabad - Mumbai Day 01: Arrive Delhi Arrive at Delhi international airport. After warm receiving and greeting by our representative transfer to hotel for check-in. Delhi a bustling metropolis, and the capital city of India, successfully combines in its folds the ancient times with modern times. In fact, more mythological cities are believed to be here, like the city of Indraprastha from the Hindu epic Mahabharata, founded around 5000 BC. Numerous monuments were built over several centuries by different rulers like Qutub-ud- din Aibek, Alauddin Khilji, Tughlaks, Humayun & Shah Jahan, who built the Walled City Shah Jahanabad. Later in first half of 20th century much of New Delhi was planned by Sir Edwin Lutyens, who laid out a grandiose central administrative area as a testament to British rule in India. The division in walled city & New Delhi also marks the division in life styles. Rest of the day at leisure or walk around the city by your own. Over Night stay at hotel. Day 02: Delhi After Breakfast, we will visit the city. Visit “Old Delhi” with its narrow dirt roads, its myriad people and inexpensive and colorful bazaars that keep alive the traditional workmanship for which Delhi has always been famous. The first stop is Raj Ghat, the cremation ground of Mahatma Gandhi), The “Father of the nation”. Drive past the Red Fort, the red sandstone walled fort made in Mughal era by Emperor Shah Jahan. We end up at the Jama Masjid, the largest Muslim mosque in India.
    [Show full text]
  • The Place of Performance in a Landscape of Conquest: Raja Mansingh's Akhārā in Gwalior
    South Asian History and Culture ISSN: 1947-2498 (Print) 1947-2501 (Online) Journal homepage: https://www.tandfonline.com/loi/rsac20 The place of performance in a landscape of conquest: Raja Mansingh’s akhārā in Gwalior Saarthak Singh To cite this article: Saarthak Singh (2020): The place of performance in a landscape of conquest: Raja Mansingh’s akhārā in Gwalior, South Asian History and Culture, DOI: 10.1080/19472498.2020.1719756 To link to this article: https://doi.org/10.1080/19472498.2020.1719756 Published online: 30 Jan 2020. Submit your article to this journal Article views: 21 View related articles View Crossmark data Full Terms & Conditions of access and use can be found at https://www.tandfonline.com/action/journalInformation?journalCode=rsac20 SOUTH ASIAN HISTORY AND CULTURE https://doi.org/10.1080/19472498.2020.1719756 The place of performance in a landscape of conquest: Raja Mansingh’s akhārā in Gwalior Saarthak Singh Institute of Fine Arts, New York University, New York, NY, USA ABSTRACT KEYWORDS In the forested countryside of Gwalior lie the vestiges of a little-known akhārā; landscape; amphitheatre (akhārā) attributed to Raja Mansingh Tomar (r. 1488–1518). performance; performativity; A bastioned rampart encloses the once-vibrant dance arena: a circular stage dhrupad; rāsalīlā in the centre, surrounded by orchestral platforms and an elevated viewing gallery. This purpose-built performance space is a unique monumentalized instance of widely-prevalent courtly gatherings, featuring interpretive dance accompanied by music. What makes it most intriguing is the archi- tectural play between inside|outside, between the performance stage and the wilderness landscape.
    [Show full text]
  • A Review on Historical Earth Pigments Used in India's Wall Paintings
    heritage Review A Review on Historical Earth Pigments Used in India’s Wall Paintings Anjali Sharma 1 and Manager Rajdeo Singh 2,* 1 Department of Conservation, National Museum Institute, Janpath, New Delhi 110011, India; [email protected] 2 National Research Laboratory for the Conservation of Cultural Property, Aliganj, Lucknow 226024, India * Correspondence: [email protected] Abstract: Iron-containing earth minerals of various hues were the earliest pigments of the prehistoric artists who dwelled in caves. Being a prominent part of human expression through art, nature- derived pigments have been used in continuum through ages until now. Studies reveal that the primitive artist stored or used his pigments as color cakes made out of skin or reeds. Although records to help understand the technical details of Indian painting in the early periodare scanty, there is a certain amount of material from which some idea may be gained regarding the methods used by the artists to obtain their results. Considering Indian wall paintings, the most widely used earth pigments include red, yellow, and green ochres, making it fairly easy for the modern era scientific conservators and researchers to study them. The present knowledge on material sources given in the literature is limited and deficient as of now, hence the present work attempts to elucidate the range of earth pigments encountered in Indian wall paintings and the scientific studies and characterization by analytical techniques that form the knowledge background on the topic. Studies leadingto well-founded knowledge on pigments can contribute towards the safeguarding of Indian cultural heritage as well as spread awareness among conservators, restorers, and scholars.
    [Show full text]
  • Current Affairs December 2020
    COMPLETE COVERAGE OF MONTHLY CURRENT AFFAIRS DECEMBER 2020 Corp. Office: # 61/3rt, 2nd Floor, SR Nagar, Near Community Hall, Hyderabad, Telangana-500 038. Main Campus: Padmashali Seva Samajam Boys Hostel, Opp: St. Martins Eng. College, Dulapally Road, Kompally, Hyderabad, Telangana-500 014. Phone: 7997992479 DECEMBER 2020 HISTORY AND CULTURE SOCIAL ISSUES & WELFARE Remembering Jyotibaphule 4 State of the Education Report for India - 2020 38 Traditional Toys 5 Human Development Index: UNDP 38 World Heritage City 5 Health of India 39 Idol of Devi Annapurna 6 E-Sampada Web Portal 41 Guru Nanak Jayanti 6 Swachhata Abhiyan Mobile APP 41 Online Exhibition of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation on Shared Buddhist Heritage 7 ECONOMY Dr. Rajendra Prasad Birth Anniversary 7 Dedicated Freight Corridor 42 Yogasana as Sport 8 Municipal Bonds 42 Indigenous Games to be a part of Khelo India Youth Games 9 Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation Visva-Bharati University 11 (AMRUT) 43 Madan Mohan Malviya 12 Human Development Index 44 Goa Liberation Day 12 International Association for Insurance Supervisors 45 PM-WANI 46 GEOGRAPHY & ENVIRONMENT Quality Council of India 47 Great Conjunction 13 Skill Strengthening for Industrial Value Enhancement (STRIVE) 48 Elephant Corridors In India 14 Chennai- Bengaluru Industrial Corridor (CBIC) 49 Emissions Gap Report 2020 16 Meeting of Financial Stability and Development Council State of the Global Climate 2020 Report 16 (FSDC) 50 Scented products add to Air Pollution 17 Google Pays India Equalisation Levy
    [Show full text]
  • Glimpses of Jhansi's History Jhansi Through the Ages Newalkars of Jhansi What Really Happened in Jhansi in 1857?
    T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S Glimpses of Jhansi's History Jhansi Through The Ages Newalkars of Jhansi What Really Happened in Jhansi in 1857? Attractions in and around Jhansi Jhansi Fort Rani Mahal Ganesh Mandir Mahalakshmi Temple Gangadharrao Chhatri Star Fort Jokhan Bagh St Jude’s Shrine Jhansi Cantonment Cemetery Jhansi Railway Station Orchha I N T R O D U C T I O N Jhansi is one of the most vibrant cities of Uttar Pradesh today. But the city is also steeped in history. The city of Rani Laxmibai - the brave queen who led her forces against the British in 1857 and the region around it, are dotted with monuments that go back more than 1500 years! While thousands of tourists visit Jhansi each year, many miss the layered past of the city. In fact, few who visit the famous Jhansi Fort each year, even know that it is in its historic Ganesh Mandir that Rani Laxmibai got married. Or that there is also a ‘second’ Fort hidden within the Jhansi cantonment, where the revolt of 1857 first began in the city. G L I M P S E S O F J H A N S I ’ S H I S T O R Y JHANSI THROUGH THE AGES Jhansi, the historic town and major tourist draw in Uttar Pradesh, is known today largely because of its famous 19th-century Queen, Rani Laxmibai, and the fearless role she played during the Revolt of 1857. There are also numerous monuments that dot Jhansi, remnants of the Bundelas and Marathas that ruled here from the 17th to the 19th centuries.
    [Show full text]
  • Orchha Travel Guide - Page 1
    Orchha Travel Guide - http://www.ixigo.com/travel-guide/orchha page 1 Cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen, umbrella. When To Max: Min: 15.5°C Rain: 204.0mm Orchha 20.70000076 2939453°C Photographer's delight and Aug explorer's paradise, Orchha in VISIT Cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen, Madhya Pradesh is a retreat of umbrella. http://www.ixigo.com/weather-in-orchha-lp-1143848 Max: Min: Rain: 282.0mm absolute bliss away from the drill 22.79999923 16.89999961 and drone of city life. Explore the 7060547°C 8530273°C Jan Orchaa Fort or take long nature Cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen. Sep walks in the surrounding woods, Max: 17.5°C Min: Rain: 0.0mm Cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen. 8.199999809 Max: Min: Rain: 15.0mm feasting your eyes on the 265137°C 19.79999923 15.19999980 landscape. 7060547°C 9265137°C Feb Famous For : City Cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen. Oct Max: Min: Rain: 45.0mm Pleasant weather. Carry Light woollen. 17.20000076 9.199999809 Max: Min: 20.5°C Rain: 9.0mm A scenic place where man's architecture and 2939453°C 265137°C 26.10000038 1469727°C nature's artistry are in perfect symphony, Mar Orchha was founded by Maharaja Rudra Cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen. Nov Pratap Singh in 1501. The Orchha fort was Max: 18.0°C Min: Rain: 12.0mm Pleasant weather. Carry Light woollen. constructed at the same time. The Rama 12.89999961 Max: Min: Rain: 0.0mm 8530273°C 25.79999923 18.10000038 Raja Temple and Jahangir Mahal here are of 7060547°C 1469727°C major tourist interest, with delicately Apr Pleasant weather.
    [Show full text]
  • Historical Tour of Madhya Pradesh
    Tour Code : AKSR0357 Tour Type : Heritage Tours 1800 233 9008 HISTORICAL TOUR OF www.akshartours.com MADHYA PRADESH 6 Nights / 7 Days PACKAGE OVERVIEW 1Country 5Cities 7Days 10Activities Accomodation Meal 02 Night Accomodation In Bhopal 06 Breakfast 01 Night Accomodation In Khajuraho 01 Night Accomodation In Orchha 01 Night Accomodation In Gwalior 01 Night Accomodation In Agra. Visa & Taxes 5% GST Applicable Highlights Accommodation on double sharing Breakfast and dinner at hotel Transfer and sightseeing by pvt vehicle as per program Applicable hotel taxes SIGHTSEEINGS OVERVIEW - Bharat Bhawan, Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya, Laxmi Narayan Or Birla Temple, Upper & Lower Lake And Jama Masjid. - Bhojeshwar Temple. - Prehistoric Rock Paintings. - The Masterpieces Of Buddhist Art, Stupas, Monasteries, Temples And Pillars. - Khajuraho Temples. - Jahangir Mahal, Raj Mahal Ram Raja Temple And Chaturbhuj Temple. - Gwalior Fort, Jai Vilas Palace. - Taj Mahal, Mehtab Bagh. SIGHTSEEINGS Bharat Bhavan - Bhopal Bharat Bhavan Is An Autonomous Multi-Arts Complex And Museum In Bhopal, India, Established And Funded By The Government Of Madhya Pradesh.The Architect Of Bhavan Is Charles Correa. Opened In 1982, Facing The Upper Lake, Bhopal, It Houses An Art Gallery, A Fine Art Workshop, An Open-Air Amphitheater, A Studio Theatre, An Auditorium, A Museum Tribal And Folk Art, Libraries Of Indian Poetry, Classical Music As Well As Folk Music. Sanchi Stupa Sanchi Sanchi Stupa Is A Buddhist Complex, Famous For Its Great Stupa. The Great Stupa At Sanchi Is One Of The Oldest Stone Structures In India, And An Important Monument Of Indian Architecture.It Was Originally Commissioned By The Emperor Ashoka In The 3rd Century BCE.
    [Show full text]
  • Touriosity Tra Velmag
    TOURIOSITY TRAVELMAG AUGUST - SEPTEMBER I 2012 ` 50 Each forest has its own charisma, something very unique to itself. And this is not with respect only to its physical characteristics, but in terms of the very soul of it. The sounds, smells, whisper and the air of each forest is different. So is true for its residents. Unfortunately, the forest cover of the world is declining every day, thanks to technology advancements, urbanization, increased mining and agriculture. If mankind continues to be fascinated by modern technology to the extent that surrendering the future generations’ wellbeing becomes immaterial, it is not difficult to imagine that forests will vanish some day. Environmentalists today are increasingly concerned about the Climate change – the increase of Greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Out of various reasons attributable to this deadly phenomenon, deforestation is one, and this, few of us know. In fact, a fifth of the greenhouses gases results from deforestation, more than that caused by automobile pollution all over the world. This sounds really scary. Many decades back, Mahatma Gandhi had said “What we are doing to the forests of the world is but a mirror reflection of what we are doing to ourselves and to one another.” Nobody could have possibly put this concern Rupanjana De, Editor in a better phrase. Those who have spent childhood or at least a major period of life in the vicinity of forests can tell you that forests are not gloomy or fear provoking. Rather it is the city that looks naked – ugly because shades of green are absent.
    [Show full text]
  • Printpdf/Madhya-Pradesh-Public-Service-Commission-Mppcs-Gk-State-Pcs-English
    Drishti IAS Coaching in Delhi, Online IAS Test Series & Study Material drishtiias.com/printpdf/madhya-pradesh-public-service-commission-mppcs-gk-state-pcs-english Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPCS) GK Madhya Pradesh GK Formation 1st november, 1956 Capital Bhopal Population 7,26,26,809 Region 3,08,252 sq. km. Population density in state 236 persons per sq.km. Total Districts 52 (52nd District – Niwari) Other Name of State Hriday Pradesh, Soya State, Tiger State, Leopard State High Court Jabalpur (Bench – Indore, Gwalior) 1/16 State Symbol State Animal: State Flower: Barahsingha (reindeer) White Lily State Bird: State Dance: Dudhraj (Shah Bulbul) Rai 2/16 State Tree: Banyan Official Game: Malkhamb Madhya Pradesh : General Information State – Madhya Pradesh Constitution – 01 November, 1956 (Present Form – 1 November 2000) Area – 3,08,252 sq. km. Population – 7,26,26,809 Capital – Bhopal Total District – 52 No. of Divisions – 10 Block – 313 Tehsil (January 2019) – 424 The largest tehsil (area) of the state – Indore The smallest tehsil (area) of the state – Ajaygarh (Panna) Town/city – 476 Municipal Corporation (2018-19) – 16 Municipality – 98 City Council – 294 Municipality – 98 (As per Government Diary 2021: 99) Total Village – 54903 Zilla Panchayat – 51 Gram Panchayat – 22812 (2019–20) Tribal Development Block – 89 State Symbol – A circle inside the 24 stupa shape, in which there are earrings of wheat and paddy. State River – Narmada State Theater – Mach Official Anthem – Mera Madhya Pradesh Hai (Composer – Mahesh Srivastava)
    [Show full text]
  • Contents Vol-15 Issue -08
    CONTENTS VOL-15 ISSUE -08 Modi's Cabinet 2.0: Who is Editor Acute Encephalitis Syndrome Who? N.K. Jain Advisors Neeraj Chabra K.C.Gupta Registered Office Mahendra Publication Pvt. Ltd. US-INDIA trade: GSP ? SCO Summit 2019 103, Pragatideep Building, Plot No. 08, Laxminagar, District Centre, New Delhi - 110092 TIN-09350038898 w.e.f. 12-06-2014 Branch Office Mahendra Publication Pvt. Ltd. US-IRAN Crisis E-42,43,44, Sector-7, Noida (U.P.) For queries regarding promotion, distribution & advertisement, contact:- [email protected] Interview 5 Ph.: 09208037962 Current Affairs - One Liner 6-9 Spotlight 10 Owned, printed & published by The People 11-17 N.K. Jain News Bites 18-65 103, Pragatideep Building, Word of English - Etymology 66 Plot No. 08, Laxminagar, Designation : Who's Who 67 District Centre, New Delhi - 110092 Acute Encephalitis Syndrome 68 Please send your suggestions and Modi's Cabinet 2.0: Who is Who? 69-70 grievances to:- US-INDIA trade: GSP ? 71-73 Mahendra Publication Pvt. Ltd. SCO Summit 2019 74-75 CP-9, Vijayant Khand, US-IRAN Crisis 76-77 Gomti Nagar Lucknow - 226010 Quiz Time - General Awareness 78-89 E-mail:[email protected] SBI Clerk Mains - Previous Paper (05 August 2018) 90-113 © Copyright Reserved # No part of this issue can be printed in Subscription form is on Pg 60 whole or in part without the written permission of the publishers. # All the disputes are subject to Delhi jurisdiction only. Mahendra Publication Pvt. Ltd. Editorial "If you want a thing done well, do it yourself.” Dear Aspirants, We are very grateful to publish the "August 2019" edition of "Master in Current Affairs", which is a quintessential magazine, and provides the right information and essential knowledge.
    [Show full text]
  • Central India Wildlife Safari
    CENTRAL INDIA WILDLIFE SAFARI Delhi – Kanha – Bandhavgarh – Panna – Agra - Jaipur - Delhi 12 Nights/13 Days Passionate for adventure TOUR OVERVIEW If you are a wildlife enthusiast, or simply want to discover the rich wildlife of India, this itinerary is for you: live the thrilling adventure of spotting the royal Bengal Tiger, and enjoy the spectacular view of other animals and birds in three National Parks. In between safaris, discover the beautiful architectural ruins of Orchha, and finish your trip with a visit to the stunning Taj Mahal. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS DELHI: Discover the long and fascinating history of the cosmopolitan capital city with its rich array of monuments. KANHA: Go on a tribal tour in Kanha to discover the customs of local people and reconnect with nature. BANDHAVGARH: Go on a morning safari to witness the beautiful sunrise panorama and the rich wildlife of Bandhavgarh National Park. PANNA: Go on a jeep safari and take a boat ride on Ken River and soak in the scenic beauty of the National Park. AGRA: Visit the magnificent Taj and the legendary Red Fort of Agra. JAIPUR: Admire the ancient town planning system of Vastushastra and the visit the Amber fort. DAY BY DAY DAY 01: ARRIVE IN DELHI Welcome to India! On arrival at Delhi Airport, you will be greeted by our guide in the arrival hall, who will escort you to your hotel and assist you in check-in. You may choose to travel around or spend the day at leisure depending upon your arrival time. Delhi is a melting pot of religions, cultures, age-old customs and modern trends.
    [Show full text]