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Devi Lal Samar | People from Udaipur You Should Know About

Our city – Udaipur is completely filled with beauty in and out. And this beauty is not reflected in just its history, culture and its places, but also in its people. There are some gem of the people belonging from Udaipur who, with their hard work and success, have not just made the city but the entire nation proud.

But sadly, with time we tend to forget the accomplishment of such people of the city. The series ‘People from Udaipur you should know about’ tends to glorify the journey of these famous and triumphant people from Udaipur who have become an epitome of success in their lives.

 

Devi Lal Samar

Devilal Samar was born on 30th July 1911 in an Oswal family of Udaipur. He had a great interest in dance, theatre, puppetry and all the folk art forms of Rajasthan. For 10 years, he was a music, dance, and language teacher in Vidhya Bhawan school of Udaipur. After teaching in the school, he used to go to the nearby villages and spend his day amidst the artists residing there.

Folk dance and local art forms weren’t given much respect back then. The people who had acquired the art used to feel inferior of themselves. These people belonged to the lower castes and untouchables. Devilal wanted to build a platform for all such people who can showcase their talent and get respect and livelihood against it.

At the age of 42, he left his teaching profession and decided to spend his life in promoting the folk and local art forms. He determined to establish one organization that will give a boost to these abandoned people and their art forms. In the year 1952, he established Lok Kala Mandal in Udaipur.

Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandal

But his mission wasn’t accomplished yet. He made a list of all the renowned artists from nearby places who were not given the respect they deserved, collected them at one place, appealed to the government to provide them lands to live and conducted many functions and events that helped all these artists to live a life of respect with their heads held high. This act of him helped many such people to get jobs in radio, Television shows, theatre and even in education.

 

Beginning of Puppetry

During one of his tours in Rajasthan, he found an old man who had mortgaged his puppets to a businessman. With one puppet remaining with himself, he was begging on the street trying to entertain the wayfarer. It hurt Devi Lal to look at artists in such conditions. He gave 40 rupees from his pocket (back in that time) to the old man so that he can release all his puppets. It struck his mind that this art form needs Kala Mandal’s attention. From then on, Puppet shows and puppetry became a major part of Lok Kala Mandal. He also began the first puppet festival in the year 1952. Today, there’s a separate puppet theatre in Lok Kala Mandal where puppet shows are conducted at regular intervals.

Achievements and Notable Works

  • In the year 1968, Devilal Samar was awarded the civilian award ‘Padmashree’ for his excellent work in the field of art and culture by Indian Government.
  • The state government made him the director of Rajasthan Sangeet Natak Akademi in the year 1967.
  • In the year 1969, he was awarded the title of ‘Loknatyashree’ at Kalidas Akademi in Ujjain.
  • In his lifetime, he has published several Rajasthani theatre, puppetry and art books in Hindi some of which are Bhartiya Loknrtiya, Antarman, Lokrang, Rajasthan ka Lok Sangeet, Rajasthani Loknatya, Rajasthan ke Rawal, etc.
  • He established folk-theatre museum Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandal which escalated the importance of folk art and culture of Rajasthan.

Devilal has dedicated all his life to folk art, dance, music, folk drama, puppet and to give a life of respect to all the artists in the society.

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Swasth Bharat Yatra in Udaipur on 17th December

Swasth Bharat Yatra is a pan India cycle rally which is inspired by Mahatma Gandhi’s Dandi March and Salt Satyagraha of 1930. The concept of the rally is that just like Mahatma Gandhi led the nation towards freedom from colonial rule, this yatra would also lead the nation towards being free from diseases by cascading the message of Eat Right India to every corner of the country.

Source: Deskgram

The rally comes under the ‘Eat right India’ movement which has been launched by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The main idea behind the rally is to raise awareness about ‘Eat right India – it safe, and Healthy and fortified food’.

This rally will reach Udaipur on 16th December and on 17th December it will function as a rally to make the people aware of healthy and balanced food to the people. The rally will begin from 9 am 17th December from Townhall where commoners and local people can get involved in the rally as well. From Townhall, the rally will reach Gandhi ground campus after passing through the activation point at Delhigate.

The program at Gandhi Ground will include cultural performances by Meera Girls College and Pacific Medical College, yoga performances would be given by NCC Cadets and Nehru Yuva Kendra will contribute in the Cyclothone.

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The Biggest Musical Fest for New Year – Mega Musical Fest 2018

Udaipurites, here’s the biggest New Year party for you that will make sure this New Year’s Eve will be the best one of your life.

Mega Musical Fest (MMF) is the biggest musical fest with the mix of blasting Electronic and Bollywood Dance Music combined together so that your feet don’t stop grooving for a moment of the dance floor.

MMF is the only New Year event in the city that will give you a unique experience of partying in mountains. Amidst the natural atmosphere of Aravalli Range, the musical Festival cum New Year DJ Night will be conducted at Pindwara Highway, Udaipur. Away from the hustle bustle of the city, the evening will definitely give you an experience you won’t forget for your whole life.

The camps for the Festival will be situated in the mountains overlooking the mind-boggling panoramic view of the most beautiful ‘Venice of the East’, Udaipur.

 

Highlights of Mega Musical Fest 2018

  • DJ NIGHT – The DJ setup for the entire fest would be on a valley surrounded by mountains.
  • Camping – The Camps would be placed in the Natural and peaceful atmosphere of Aravalli Hills.
  • Musical Band – Live Band performance would be conducted that will instantly lift up your mood and set the place on fire.
  • New Year Campfire Night – What’s better than a campfire night on a New Year’s Eve with your loved ones?
  • Special Drinks and Beverages – While you enjoy the panoramic view of the city in the chilly wintery New Year’s night, you will be provided with refreshing drinks and beverages which you can enjoy while the dancers and jugglers entertain you.

Wait there’s more!

Additional services

  • Feeling like the venue is too far from your place? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Home to home pick up and drop services are available to that you can reach the venue and back home or hotels comfortably and safely.
  • Party Huts, Common Sit out zones and Various VIP PASSES available (Allows you to choose the exact surroundings, luxury, and personal comfort even in a jungle party)
  • One and Only Mountain Camping Party – The concept of MMF is unique in itself that will let you celebrate your new year in style.
  • New Year Special Udaipur Sightseeing – For all the tourists out there, MMF gives you an opportunity to explore the city of Udaipur with us and not just on New Year’s Eve but starting from a day before till a day after.

So, are you ready to rock this New Year’s Eve with Mega Musical Fest 2018? See you there!

Get your tickets at www.megamusicalfest.com.

For more info, contact – 7650050029

For travel, stay or camping passes, contact – 7650050028 

 

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Here’s Everything about Shilpgram Utsav 2018

Shilpgram Utsav has been the most awaited festival for not just the locals of Udaipur but also for the tourists flocking to the city. And there’s absolutely no reason to not get enticed with this cultural fiesta.

Source: Udaipur Tourism

Shilpgram Utsav is a 10-day long fête which showcases the art and culture of different parts of the country through various performances, exhibitions, and artistry. The Utsav is organized by West Zone Cultural center and since the year 1991, the event is organized every year by the end of December. The festival has become one of the most popular and admired cultural festivals of the city.

Source: Swan Tours

Throughout the 10 days of the event, cultural performances which include various craftsmen and artisans from all over the country showcase their talents during the cultural program which takes place every day in the evening. A vibrant bazaar for all the shopaholics is set up that starts around 12 noon which includes mouthwatering traditional food such as ‘Makki ki papdi, Makki ki raab, nutty milk, etc. along with handloom, handicraft, jute, silk, pashmina, pure wool, Kashmiri clothes, and many more attractive items.

Source: culturebowl

Every year, new elements are being added to the festival. Last year, a special Gavri area was set up with a number of Gavri artists from different regions of the country.

If you happen to be here in Udaipur during this time, Shilpgram fest is definitely a must visit.

Dates – 21 December 2018 to 30th December 2018

 

Schedule of the Festival

21st December 2018

Langa singers, Dhal Talwar, Ghode Modni, Rathwa, Gotipua, Ghoomar, Natwa, Hozagiri, Baul, Lai Haroba, Sahariya Swang, Samai

22nd December 2018

Langa singers, Dhal Talwar, Ghode Modni, Rathwa, Gotipua, Ghoomar, Natwa, Hozagiri, Panchwadhyam, Tamang Sailo, Baul, Lai Haroba, Sahariya Swang, Samai

23rd December 2018

Langa singers, Dhal Talwar, Ghode Modni, Rathwa, Gotipua, Ghoomar, Natwa, Hozagiri, Panchwadhyam, Tamang Sailo, Baul, Lai Haroba, Sahariya Swang, Samai, Gond Maria, Dhangari gaja

24th December 2018

Langa singers, Dhal Talwar, Ghode Modni, Rathwa, Gotipua, Ghoomar, Natwa, Hozagiri, Panchwadhyam, Tamang Sailo, Baul, Lai Haroba, Sahariya Swang, Samai, Gond Maria, Dhangari gaja, Badhai, Dedhiya

25th December 2018

Langa singers, Dhal Talwar, Ghode Modni, Rathwa, Gotipua, Ghoomar, Natwa, Hozagiri, Panchwadhyam, Tamang Sailo, Baul, Lai Haroba, Sahariya Swang, Samai, Gond Maria, Dhangari gaja, Badhai, Dedhiya, Rauf

26th December 2018

Langa singers, Dhal Talwar, Ghode Modni, Rathwa, Gotipua, Ghoomar, Natwa, Hozagiri, Panchwadhyam, Tamang Sailo, Baul, Lai Haroba, Samai, Gond Maria, Dhangari gaja, Badhai, Dedhiya, Rauf, Thangta stick

27th December 2018

Langa singers, Dhal Talwar, Ghode Modni, Rathwa, Gotipua, Ghoomar, Natwa, Hozagiri, Panchwadhyam, Tamang Sailo, Baul, Lai Haroba, Samai, Gond Maria, Dhangari gaja, Badhai, Dedhiya, Rauf, Thangta stick, sidhi dhamal, Kavdi Kadgam

28th December 2018

Langa singers, Dhal Talwar, Ghode Modni, Rathwa, Gotipua, Ghoomar, Natwa, Hozagiri, Panchwadhyam, Tamang Sailo, Baul, Lai Haroba, Samai, Gond Maria, Dhangari gaja, Badhai, Rauf, Thangta stick, sidhi dhamal, Kavdi Kadgam, Kalbeliya

29th December 2018

Langa singers, Dhal Talwar, Ghode Modni, Rathwa, Gotipua, Ghoomar, Natwa, Hozagiri, Panchwadhyam, Tamang Sailo, Baul, Lai Haroba, Samai, Gond Maria, Dhangari gaja, Badhai, Thangta stick, sidhi dhamal, Kavdi Kadgam, Kalbeliya

30th December 2018

Langa singers, Dhal Talwar, Ghode Modni, Rathwa, Gotipua, Ghoomar, Natwa, Hozagiri, Panchwadhyam, Tamang Sailo, Baul, Lai Haroba, Samai, Gond Maria, Dhangari gaja, Badhai, Thangta stick, sidhi dhamal, Kavdi Kadgam, Kalbeliya

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The Saga of Three Jauhars at Chittorgarh

Many people are aware of the saga of mass suicide, traditionally known as Jauhar, during Rani Padmini’s time. But apart from that, two more Jauhar took place at the previous capital of Mewar, Chittorgarh.

Detail, An illustration of the Jauhar in Hutchinsons History of the Nations | Source: Wikimedia Commons

 

Jauhar – The Custom of Mass self-immolation 

Jauhar which is also pronounced as Jowhar or Juhar was a Hindu custom of mass self-immolation (by burning themselves in the fire) of women and children in parts of Indian subcontinent. This custom was followed in order to avoid capture, enslavement and rape by the invaders when they are facing certain defeat during the war. Even dead bodies were not spared by these invaders whose necrophilic tendencies are recorded in history. The most famous Jauhars of the history was recorded during wars between Hindu Rajput kingdoms in Rajasthan and the Muslim armies.

Source: hindujagruti

It has been recorded that the Jauhar and shaakh were never carried out when the Rajputs were at war with other Hindus, such as the Marathas, as the defeated was expected to be treated with dignity.

First Jauhar in Chittorgarh by Allaudin Khilji in 1303

The first Jauhar of Chittorgarh is the most popular one. It was during the reign of Alauddin Khilji when Mewar was ruled by Rawal Ratan Singh. Alauddin Khilji had heard a lot about Zawar, Dariba and Agucha. In fact, mining of zinc, silver and other precious metals in these places were the talk of the nearby areas and far off places. Khilji himself had heard about the mines and so, on 28th January 1303, Alauddin started his March to Chittor with his large army so that he could grab the rich mines.

But on reaching Chittor, he found the Chittorgarh fort to be heavily defended and well-fortified. The Delhi Sultanate arrived at the gate and demanded the Rajputs to surrender. The angry Rawal Ratan Singh refused to surrender even though he knew that his army was too small in front of that of Khilji. This lead Alauddin to surround the fort from all the sides and conduct a siege. He set up a camp between the Berach and Gambhiri rivers.

Alauddin Khilji | Source: WikiBio

This siege went on for nearly 8 months which suggests that the defenders put up a strong resistance. Amir Khusrau has mentioned about this siege in his Khaza’in ul-Futuh where Khusrau implies that the frontal attacks by the invaders failed twice. Alauddin also ordered the fort to be pelted with stones from siege engines (munjaniqs), while his armored soldiers attacked it from all sides. The fort might have suffered from a famine or an epidemic.

The long drawn siege gradually depleted all the supplies within the fort. Finally, King Rawal Ratan Singh gave the orders that the gates would open and the Rajputs will fight till death with the besieging troops. On hearing the decision, the women of Chittor had two options either to commit the mass immolation Jauhar or to face dishonor at the hands of the enemy.

Jauhar Kund in Chittor | Source: Native Planet Hindi

The decision was in the favor of the divine suicide Jauhar. A huge pyre was lit and all the women jumped into the flames following their queen. Each soldier got dressed in the Kesari robes and turbans and exchanged paan amongst themselves and marched towards the enemy to fight till death. This tradition is called Shaakh.

Chittorgarh fort | Source: medium

According to Amir Khusrau, 30,000 Hindus were “cut down like dry grass” in that war.

However, there’s another story that revolves around this Jauhar. This story is based on the epic fictionalized poem, Padmavat written by Malik Muhammad Jayasi in 1540 CE. According to this poem, Rani Padmavati, also called as Rani Padmini, was the second wife of Rawal Ratan Singh after Rani Nagmati. Alauddin Khilji wanted Rani Padmini to be his’ and so he deceitfully captured Rawal Ratan Singh. Padmavati asks Gora and Badal to help rescue him. They successfully did so but during the fight, Gora was killed.

Rawal Ratan Singh | Source: Silly Confusion

During Ratansen’s absence, the ruler of Kumbhalner, Devpal proposes marriage to Padmavati which angers Rawal Ratan Singh and he ensures single combat in which Ratansen and Devpal kill each other. Nagmati and Padmavati commit suicide on Ratansen’s pyre. Alauddin’s army reaches Chittor, when the women commit Jauhar and the men fight till death. Alauddin captures an empty fortress, thus denied victory. The victorious Alauddin considers his victory as Pyrrhic.

The sacrifice of these women is not forgotten even today. To commemorate this sacrifice, Jauhar Mela is celebrated in Chittor every year.

You may also want to read – Fairs and Festivals of Chittorgarh

 

Second Jauhar of Rani Karnavati in 1534

It was Rani Karnavati who hailed from Bundi. She was married to Rana Sangram Singh who was also known as Rana Sanga of the Sisodia dynasty of Chittorgarh. The couple had two sons namely Vikramjit and Udai Singh.

Rana Sangram quickly started to expand his territory. This expansion brought him in direct conflict with the Lodhi dynasty of Delhi. In the year 1518, Rana Sanga destroyed the Lodhi army of Delhi Sultanate. Rana Sanga was wounded in the battle. He lost an arm by a cut of sword and an arrow which made him lame for life. He was already blind from one eye before his coronation. But it did not shake his courage for taking part in the further battles.

Rana Sanga | Source: Chandragupta’s India

Later in the year 1527, during a fierce battle in Khanua between Rana Sanga and the first Mughal emperor Babur, who had captured the throne in Delhi, Rana Sanga died of his wounds. Rani Karnavati was left as a widow and regent of Chittorgarh in the name of her elder son Vikramjit.

Qutub-ud-din Bahadur Shah, Sultan of Gujarat, sensed the opportunity and attacked the Mewar kingdom with his huge army. Rani Karnavati appealed to other Rajput rulers to help them save the honor of Chittorgarh. Meanwhile, the rulers advised Rani Karnavati to send both the princes Vikramjit and Udai Singh to Bundi for their safety.

Bahadur Shah | Source: Revolvy

The Rajputs were prepared to fight till death with the sieging troops all dressed up in Kesariya clothes and turbans and exchanged paan with each other as a sign of parting. Rani Karnavati knew that with such unequal struggle, the Rajput army would surely perish. So she chose the way of Jauhar where women of Chittor led by Rani Karnavati jumped in the pyre of flames.

Whereas Karnavati’s maid, Panna Dhai escaped with both the princes to safety.

 

Third Jauhar of Chittorgarh

The third destruction at Chittorgarh was done by Abu’l-Fath Jalal-ud-din Muhammad Akbar or simply ‘Akbar’. In the spring of 1568 CE, he wanted to conquer Mewar which was being ruled by the 53rd ruler of Mewar dynasty and the fourth son of Rani Karnavati and Rana Sanga, Rana Uday Singh.

Shyamaldas Dhadhavadhia was a 19th-century writer who has documented the history and culture of Rajasthan. According to an account by him, Udai Singh called a council of war where he discussed the possible invasion of Akbar. These nobles advised him to take refuge in the hills of Udaipur along with his princes.

Akbar | Source: Epic World History

On the advice of his council of advisors, Rana Uday Singh left the fort to camp in the vast plains of Udaipur. Two brave army chieftains Jaimal and Patta were left behind to defend the fort along with 8000 Rajput warriors. On the other hand, Akbar laid siege on the fortress.

The Rajput army fought heroically. During this situation, Akbar even vowed to visit the shrine of Sufi saint Khwaja at Ajmer to pray for divine help for achieving victory. Jaimal and Fatta Sisodiya estimated the incapability of victory the next day so he ordered Jauhar and on the night of February 22, approximately 8000 women burned themselves down to prevent themselves from slavery.

Maharana Udai Singh | Source: Eternal Mewar

Next day, the gates were opened and all the Rajput soldiers dressed up in saffron robes exchanged betel leaves and charged out bravely to fight the enemies committing Shaakh. Akbar was furious that the siege took so long and ordered the slaughter of more than 40,000 unarmed old men, women, and children of Chittorgarh.

Hand prints of some women who committed Jauhar | Source: facebook

The sacrifice of these rajputinis, their valor, their strength, and their bravery is still sung in the traditional songs which glorify their act. The need to know the history is not to spread hate but in fact to appreciate the sacrifice and learn from it so that in today’s generation we strive to stop making the mistakes in the name of religion, race, color, caste, etc.

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References: Wikipedia, Myindiamyglory, Hindujagruti, Wikimedia Commons

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Gold Jewellery- “A Fashion Statement”

Jewellery without a tint of gold is incomplete. Gold is most appealing to both men and women when it comes to jewellery. Gold signifies, purity, wedding, occasion, festivals etc. Gold jewellery compliments your look. Gold is used to make bangles, earrings, necklace, bracelets, wristlets, rings etc in various designs.

This article will give you a brief idea about gold jewellery design with price and 3 gram gold ring price:

Source: My Gold Guide

DESIGNER GOLD JEWELLERY WITHIN YOUR BUDGET

Gold Necklace

  • Gold coin long necklace- It is a heritage jewellery also known as Kaasumala where kaasu means coin and mala means necklace. The design includes small gold coins with an image of goddess Laxmi. This gold coin long necklace goes best with a traditional outfit, festivals and in dance performance. It also goes perfectly with a bridal wear. It will cost you around Rs 35000 to Rs 48000.

Gold jewellery set

  • Kundan gold jewellery set- Kundan gold jewellery set is very important jewellery for wedding. It includes a necklace , chain, hand chain, bracelet, earrings, headpiece etc which completes a bridal look. It is very expensive and is suitable for wedding purpose. It gives a grand and royal look to the wearer. It will cost you Rs 50000 to Rs 70000.

Gold bangles

  • Designer rope offices wear bangles- Nowadays mostly working women cannot wear heavy gold bangles. Nothing to worry because for them the designer rope office wears bangles are the perfect choice as it is lightweight and can go with every outfit. These are the most trendy gold bangles and are in high demand. This will cost you Rs 11000 to Rs 13500.

Gold bracelet

  • Classic gold bracelet with a heart shape- These bracelets are suited for both women and girls. It is an ideal gold bracelet for all types of occasion and enhances your look with its unique design. It is also perfect for an office wear. It will cost you around Rs 12000 to 15000.

Gold chain

  • Gold chain with diamond- Gold with a diamond is the most classy and stylish combination. As we know diamonds are women’s best friend so wearing a gold chain studded with diamond will give a stylish look and it is perfect for all occasions. It will cost you around Rs 18000 to Rs 22500.

FASHIONABLE RING

Rings are loved by women of all age groups. And if it is a gold ring then it is a must-have in every women jewellery collection as it shows a fashion statement. These are in trend for a long period of time. Nowadays the designers have come across with a variety of 3 gram gold rings with beautiful designs.

A 3gram gold ring price depends on its weight and on its design. But normally a 3gram gold rings will cost you between Rs 9300 to Rs 11000.

So these are the gold jewellery design with rate and a 3 gram gold ring price. This will serve you as a guide whenever you wish to buy a gold jewellery according to your budget.

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What’s the Difference between Nagar Nigam and UIT in Udaipur?

Confused about what is UIT and Nagar Nigam and what is the difference between both of these government organizations? Then this article is entirely for you. This article explains the meaning, roles, and difference between both the organizations.

Nagar Nigam

What is Nagar Nigam?

Nagar Nigam is called by different names such as the municipal corporation, City Corporation, Mahanagar Palika, Mahanagar Nigam, or Nagara Sabha. It is a local government body in India that administers urban areas with a population of more than a million. Whereas the urban local body that administers with more than 15,000 and less than 25,000 inhabitants is classified as a “Nagar panchayat” or “Nagar Parishad”. Nagar Nigam works for providing necessary community services such as health care, educational institution, housing, transport etc. by collecting property tax and fixed grant from the State Government.

Nagar Nigam is headed by the Mayor who in Udaipur is Mr. Chandrasingh Kothari, elected in the year 2014. And the tenure of the same is five years. In some states and Union Territories, the role of Mayor is often ceremonial as the executive powers are with the Municipal Commissioner who is Mr. Siddharth Sihag in Udaipur.

Source: Patrika

Roles and responsibilities

  • Urban planning including town planning.
  • Regulation of land-use and construction of buildings.
  • Planning for economic and social development.
  • Water supply for domestic, industrial and commercial purposes.
  • Public health, sanitation conservancy, and solid waste management.
  • Fire services
  • Urban forestry, protection of the environment and promotion of ecological aspects.
  • Safeguarding the interests of weaker sections of society, including the handicapped and mentally retarded.
  • Slum improvement and up-gradation.
  • Urban poverty alleviation.
  • Provision of urban amenities and facilities such as parks, gardens, playgrounds.
  • Promotion of cultural, educational and aesthetic aspects.
  • Burials and burial grounds – cremations, cremation grounds, and electric crematoriums.
  • Cattle pounds – prevention of cruelty to animals.
  • Vital statistics including registration of births and deaths.
  • Public amenities including street lighting, parking lots, bus stops and public conveniences.
  • Regulation of slaughter houses and tanneries.

Wondering what are the major development plans of Nagar Nigam in Udaipur? Click here.

Organizational structure

Website – Udaipur Municipal Corporation

Address of the Nagar Nigam Office – 21, Nagar Palika Link Rd, Palika Bazar, Townhall, Shakti Nagar, Udaipur

 

Urban Improvement Trust (UIT)

What is Urban Improvement trust?

Urban Improvement Trust works on the Urban Improvement trust act. These improvement trusts were created and entrusted with town improvement schemes, town expansion schemes and provision of essential services, amenities, etc.

Source: udaipurtimes

Roles and responsibility

  • Nazul lands (The land situated beyond two miles of the Municipal limits, which has escheated to the State Government and has not already been appropriated by the State Government for any purpose.)
  • Transfer of private street or square to Trust
  • Provisions of a drain or water work to replace another situated on a land.
  • Has the power to turn or close a street or square.
  • To make surveys or contribute towards them
  • Has the power to purchase or lease by agreement
  • Has the power to restrict any improvement in urban areas
  • Restriction on change of use of land and power of State Government to allow the change in use of land.
  • Power to prevent or demolish a building.
  • Can order to demolish a building.
  • Power to stop improper use of land or buildings in urban areas
  • Power to stop building operations
  • Encroachment or obstruction on public land.

Want to know about the projects of UIT? Click here.

 

Organizational structure

Source: UIT Udaipur

Website – Urban Improvement Trust, Udaipur

Address of the UIT Office – UIT Circle, Moti Magri road, Udaipur

 

Difference between UIT and Nagar Nigam

The functions of both of these government bodies are distinctly the same, but there are several factors and points that draw a line between both of these organizations.

 

Criteria

 

Nagar Nigam

 

UIT

 

Mode of Selection (Members)

 

Elective

 

Selective

 

Periphery of development

 

Mostly functions within the City

 

Mostly functions in the Outer regions of the city

 

 

Functions

 

Town planning, Road Constructions, Development of Basic amenities

Maintenance of specific areas such as parks, parking, etc., Provision of important services such as water supply, fire services, etc.
 

Revenue

 

Taxes such as property tax and receives a fixed grant from State Government

Doesn’t receive Grants from the government, collect revenue by lease, application for land conversions, etc.
Constitution A part of the constitution Not a part of the constitution

 

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Assembly Election Result of Entire Mewar and Vagad Region

Rajasthan Assembly Election was conducted on Friday, 7th December 2018. The result of the same was declared on 11th December 2018. Below is the list of candidates who won the State Assembly Elections in Mewar and Vagad region which includes 6 districts namely Udaipur district, Banswara district, Chittorgarh district, Dungarpur district, Rajsamand district and Dhariawad district.

Source: moneycontrol

Amongst several parties and individual candidates, the closest competition was between two major parties known as Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP) and Indian National Congress (INC).

Udaipur District

Constituency Name
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes
Udaipur City
Gulab Chand Kataria
BJP
74660
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes
Girija Vyas
INC
65353
Constituency Name
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes
Udaipur Rural
Phool Singh Meena
BJP
97382
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes
Vivek Katara
INC
78675
Constituency Name
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes
Salumber
Amrit Lal Meena
BJP
87472
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes
Raghuvir Singh
INC
65554
Constituency Name
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes
Gogunda
Pratap Lal Bheel
BJP
82599
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes
Dr. Mangi Lal
INC
78186
Jhadol
Babu Lal
BJP
87527
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes
Sunil Kumar
Bhajat
INC
74580
Constituency Name
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes
Kherwara
Dayaram Parmar
INC
93155
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes
Nanalal Ahari
BJP
68164
Constituency Name
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes
Mavli
Dharmnarayan Joshi
BJP
99723
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes
Pushkar Lal Dangi
INC
72745
Constituency Name
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes
Vallabhnagar
Gajendra Singh
INC
66306
Shaktawat
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes
M. Randhir Singh
JSR
62587
Bhinder

Banswara District

Constituency Name 
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes 
Banswara
Arjun Singh
INC
88447
Bamniya
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes 
Hakru Maida
BJP
70081
Constituency Name 
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes 
Bagidora
Mahendra Jeet
INC
97638
Singh Malviya
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes 
Khemraj Garasiya
BJP
76328
Constituency Name 
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes 
Garhi
Kailash Chandra
BJP
99350
Meena
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes 
Kanta Bhil
INC
74949
Constituency Name 
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes 
Ghatol
Harendra Ninama
BJP
101121
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes 
Nanalal Ninama
INC
96672
Constituency Name 
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes 
Kushalgarh
Ramila

Khaidya

INC
94344
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes
Bhima Bhai
BJP
75394

 

Chittorgarh District

Constituency Name 
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes
Bari Sadri
Lalit Kumar
BJP
97111
Ostwal
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes
Prakash
INC
88301
Choudhary
Constituency Name 
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes
Begun
Bidhuri Rajendra
INC
99259
Singh
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes
Dr. Suresh Dhaker
BJP
97598
Constituency Name 
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes
Chittorgarh
Chandrabhan
BJP
106563
Singh Aakya
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes
Surendra Singh
INC
82669
Jadawat
Constituency Name 
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes
Kapasan
Arjun Lal Jingar
BJP
81470
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes
Anandi Ram
INC
74468
Constituency Name 
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes
Nimbahera
Anjana Udailal
INC
110037
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes
Shrichand
BJP
98129
Kriplani

 

Dungarpur District

Constituency Name 
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes 
Aspur
Gopi Chand
BJP
57062
Meena
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes
Umesh
BJP
51732
Constituency Name 
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes
Chorasi
Rajkumar Roat
BTP
64119
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes
Sushil Katara
BJP
51185
Constituency Name 
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes
Dungarpur
Ganesh Ghogra
INC
75482
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes
Madhav Lal
BJP
47584
Varahat
Constituency Name 
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes
Sagwara
Ramprasad
BTP
58406
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes
Shankarlal
BJP
53824

 

Rajsamand District

Constituency Name 
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes
Bhim
Sudarshan Singh
INC
49355
Rawat
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes
Hari Singh
BJP
45641
Chouhan (Rawat)
Constituency Name 
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes
Kumbhalgarh
Surendra Singh
BJP
70803
Rathore
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes
Ganesh Singh
INC
52360
Constituency Name 
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes
Nathdwara
C. P. Joshi
INC
88384
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes 
Mahesh Pratap
BJP
71444
Singh
Constituency Name 
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes 
Rajsamand
Kiran
BJP
89709
Maheshwari
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes 
Narayan Singh
INC
65086
Bhati

 

Pratapgarh District

Constituency Name 
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes 
Dhariawad
Gotam Lal
BJP
96457
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes
Nagraj
INC
72615
Constituency Name 
Elected Candidate
Party
Votes
Pratapgarh
Ramlal
INC
100625
Nearest Rival
Party
Votes 
Hemant
BJP
83945

 

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Categories
Places to Visit

Ambamata Temple And the History Behind It

Udaipur is blessed with a number of temples with fascinating historical stories behind it. One such temple is the Ambamata temple.

According to the legend, the arrival of goddess Amba in the form of an idol in Udaipur was a miracle. It was back in the time when Maharaja Raj Singh (1652-1680) was suffering from a severe eye problem which no Raj Vaidya (doctors of the ancient time) could find a cure of. The king was advised to visit Ambika Mata temple in Gujarat. Maharana made all the preparations to visit the temple. But just the day before beginning his journey, he saw goddess Amba in his dream who told him that he need not visit the temple in Gujarat as Goddess herself would be coming to his city. Moreover, she also directed him towards the place where she would arrive.

Next morning, Raj Singh woke up from his sleep and immediately went to the place where Goddess Amba directed him in his dream. He ordered to dig the ground and as the digging advanced, Maharana’s eye began to get better. Surprisingly, the idol was actually there where the Maharana saw it in his dream. And when the idol was extracted, Maharana’s eye got completely cured.

Maharana then ordered to construct an idol similar to that of what he saw in his dream. This idol got completed in 1664 AD. Both the idols were placed majestically. On the occasion, Maharana also gifted land to the temple.

The miracle has not just restricted itself to the royal family but even the mango people of the city. During the research, we had a conversation with a florist right outside the temple. He shared his story with us. He says “We were very poor before and did not have a source for income. My father had a great burden of 2 sons and 3 daughters upon himself. One night, he had a dream in which Goddess Amba in the form of a little girl suggested him to own a flower shop outside the temple. Today this shop is the source of income for both of us (He and his brother) and we could collect the amount to marry off our sisters.

About the Ambamata temple

There are two idols in the temple where the small idol, according to the priests, was originally appeared. In every six months, the idol is decorated with sindoor. The temple that homes these two idols is huge and is surrounded with a spacious lawn where several functions such as Gavri, Ger, and Garba dances are held.

The campus which is not much crowded generally is flooded with people during Navratri (the nine-day festival of Goddesses) and Sunday.

Apart from that, one can witness a number of roosters in the temple. Upon asking the people there, it was known that these roosters were left by the people here. Usually, these animals are used for the divine sacrifice (Bali) but it doesn’t happen here. The animals are not killed instead people simply leave them here at the temple when their wishes are granted by the goddess. These roosters then live here for the rest of their lives.

Source: Flickr

The Ambamata temple is worshipped by several devotees including the royal family. Many people offer flowers and other offerings before beginning their work.

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Categories
People

Sri Sadiq Ali | People from Udaipur You Should Know About

Our city – Udaipur is completely filled with beauty in and out. And this beauty is not reflected in just its history, culture and its places, but also in its people. There are some gem of the people belonging from Udaipur who, with their hard work and success, have not just made the city but the entire nation proud.

But sadly, with time we tend to forget the accomplishment of such people of the city. The series ‘People from Udaipur you should know about’ tends to glorify the journey of these famous and triumphant people from Udaipur who have become an epitome of success in their lives.

 

 Sri Sadiq Ali

Source: Delhi on web

Sri Sadiq Ali was born in the year 1910 in Udaipur and was a freedom fighter. Sadiq left his home at a very young age to pursue his studies at Allahabad University. During this freedom struggle of his, he was jailed several times.

Sadiq Ali became the office secretary and then Permanent Secretary of All India Congress Committee during 1936-1948 after which he became the general secretary for a period of 4 years and returned to the same position for 1964-1969.

 

Notable work

  • Sri Sadiq Ali was a member of Provisional parliament from 1950-52.
  • He also became a member of Rajya Sabha from 1957-1970.
  • Sadiq became the chief editor of the AICC EconomicReview from 1958–62 and 1964-1969.
  • In the year 1971, Sadiq served as President of Indian National Congress for 3 years.
  • He became the governor of Tamil Nadu in the year 1980 and served there for a period of two years.
  • He was the Chairman of the Rajghat Samadhi Committee in New Delhi during 1992-96.
  • He was the governor of Maharashtra from 1977-80.
  • He was the Chairman of:
    • GandhiSmarak Sangrahalaya Samiti (1985)
    • GandhiNational Memorial Fund (1990)
    • Sardar Patel Memorial Trust and Council for Communal Harmony.
Source: Timescontent

Sri Sadiq Ali has left a mark on the literary world as well. His well-received publications include A Survey towards Socialist thinking in the Congress, Democracy and National Integration. The Vision of Swaraj, etc. On April 17, 2001, Sri Sadiq Ali left this world.

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