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Trivikrama Temple of Ramtek: 5th-Century Marvel of Vidarbha
Ramtek’s Trivikrama Temple reveals Vakataka artistry and ancient Hindu heritage in Maharashtra’s historic Vidarbha hills.

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Jul 228 min read


5 Great Forts of Vidarbha
Forgotten stone walls across Vidarbha still mark centuries of tribal rule, conquest, and shifting power in Maharashtra.

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Jul 214 min read


Ancient Splendour at Ramtek: The Rudra Narasimha Temple's 1,600-Year Legacy
Uncover the forgotten 5th-century Rudra Narasimha Temple built by a Gupta queen in Maharashtra’s Vidarbha region.

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Jul 215 min read


Chikhaldhara: Maharashtra's Only Coffee-Producing Region in Vidarbha Hills
Chikhaldhara, Vidarbha’s sole coffee hill station, crafts unique brews with citrus notes, facing climate and market hurdles.

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Jul 176 min read


Grace: The Marathi Literary Icon Who Put Vidarbha and Nagpur on the Cultural Map
Grace's journey from Nagpur's streets to Sahitya Akademi Award reveals how Vidarbha shaped Maharashtra's beloved literary icon.

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Jul 157 min read


Rashtrasant Tukdoji Maharaj: The Saint Who Rebuilt Rural India
How a saint from Vidarbha transformed villages, inspired Gandhi, and reshaped India's development path.

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Jul 1510 min read


Nagpur Flying Club: Vidarbha’s Aviation Icon and Its Untold Journey Through Time
Uncover the remarkable rise, challenges, and revival of Nagpur Flying Club, Vidarbha’s aviation pioneer.

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Jul 147 min read


Nagpur’s Futala Lake: From Royal Glory to Contested Battleground
Futala Lake’s journey from regal reservoir to epicentre of Nagpur’s conservation clashes.

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Jul 410 min read


How the Purna Water Partnership Changed Water Management in Vidarbha
Purna’s grassroots water alliance reshaped farming in Vidarbha, but did it go far enough? A decades-long story unfolds.

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Jun 267 min read


Monsoon Folk Stories and Songs That Shape Rural Life in Vidarbha
Traditional songs, stories, and rituals in Vidarbha mark the arrival of monsoon and guide farming and community life.

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Jun 236 min read


110-Year-Old Jain Derasar in Tajnapeth, Akola, Still Stands Strong
The 110-year-old Jain Derasar in Tajnapeth, Akola remains active, preserving faith, architecture, and community tradition

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Jun 207 min read


Jain Sacred Centre of Padampur, Gondia: History and Heritage
Padampur’s Jain relics in Gondia reveal medieval art, royal history, and unique religious heritage of Vidarbha.

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Jun 196 min read


Jain History and Heritage of Vidarbha: Ancient Roots and Living Traditions
Vidarbha’s rich Jain history spans centuries, with ancient temples, community life, and ongoing spiritual influence in the region.

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Jun 185 min read


Religious Buildings of Kamptee: A History of Inclusion Through Architecture
Kamptee’s temples, mosques, churches, and viharas reflect its long-standing religious inclusion and architectural diversity.

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Jun 176 min read


Kamptee’s Mosques: History and Significance in Vidarbha
Discover Kamptee’s unique Islamic heritage and the story behind its many mosques in Vidarbha’s heartland.

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Jun 166 min read


Kamptee: The Football Nursery of Central India
The story of Kamptee’s football legacy, from military origins to national glory in the heart of Vidarbha.

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Jun 136 min read


Kamptee: A Historic Military Town Shaping Modern Vidarbha
Kamptee blends military legacy, religious diversity, and urban growth in one of Vidarbha’s most historically rich towns.

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Jun 117 min read


Brijlal Biyani: Championing Vidarbha's Rights and Development
Brijlal Biyani's work as Vidarbha Kesari focused on equitable rights and development for Vidarbha through advocacy and politics.

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Jun 115 min read


How the A.K. Dar Commission Shaped Vidarbha’s Administrative Future
The 1948 A.K. Dar Commission recommended treating Vidarbha separately for better governance and administrative efficiency.

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Jun 115 min read


Khindsi Lake: Vidarbha’s Premier Water Tourism and Engineering Marvel
Khindsi Lake in Vidarbha blends historic engineering, water management, and tourism, attracting visitors year-round.

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Jun 105 min read
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