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'''Mumbai''', formerly known as '''Bombay''', is the capital city of the Indian state of [[Maharashtra]]. Located on the western coast of India, it is the most populous city in India and serves as the financial, commercial, and entertainment capital of the country. | |og:title=Mumbai – India’s Financial Hub & Entertainment Capital | ||
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}}'''Mumbai''', formerly known as '''Bombay''', is the capital city of the Indian state of [[Maharashtra]]. Located on the western coast of India, it is the most populous city in India and serves as the financial, commercial, and entertainment capital of the country. | |||
== History == | == History == | ||
* Originally a group of seven islands ruled by various indigenous dynasties and the Portuguese | * Originally a group of seven islands ruled by various indigenous dynasties and the Portuguese | ||
* Transferred to the British through the dowry of Catherine of Braganza in 1661 | * Transferred to the British through the dowry of Catherine of Braganza in 1661 | ||
* Became an important port city and the commercial center during British India | * Became an important port city and the commercial center during British India | ||
* Renamed from Bombay to Mumbai in 1995 to reflect Marathi heritage | * Renamed from Bombay to Mumbai in 1995 to reflect Marathi heritage | ||
== Economy == | == Economy == | ||
* Headquarters of major financial institutions: | * Headquarters of major financial institutions: Reserve Bank of India, Bombay Stock Exchange, National Stock Exchange | ||
* Hosts corporate offices of top Indian and multinational companies | * Hosts corporate offices of top Indian and multinational companies | ||
* Known for sectors like finance, entertainment, IT, textiles, and real estate | * Known for sectors like finance, entertainment, IT, textiles, and real estate | ||
== Culture and Society == | == Culture and Society == | ||
* Heart of the | * Heart of the Hindi film industry (Bollywood) | ||
* Home to diverse communities and religions | * Home to diverse communities and religions | ||
* Famous festivals: | * Famous festivals: Ganesh Chaturthi, Navratri, Diwali, Eid, Christmas | ||
* Rich in theater, music, literature, and street food culture | * Rich in theater, music, literature, and street food culture | ||
== Education and Institutions == | == Education and Institutions == | ||
* Premier institutions: | * Premier institutions: University of Mumbai, IIT Bombay, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, St. Xavier’s College | ||
* Numerous schools and international educational boards | * Numerous schools and international educational boards | ||
== Transportation == | == Transportation == | ||
* India's busiest suburban rail network: Western, Central, and Harbour lines | * India's busiest suburban rail network: Western, Central, and Harbour lines | ||
* | * Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport | ||
* | * Mumbai Metro and Monorail systems | ||
* | * Mumbai Port Trust and JNPT serve major shipping operations | ||
== Landmarks == | == Landmarks == | ||
* | * Gateway of India | ||
* | * Marine Drive | ||
* | * Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (UNESCO World Heritage Site) | ||
* | * Elephanta Caves | ||
* | * Haji Ali Dargah | ||
== Challenges == | == Challenges == | ||
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== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Maharashtra]] | * [[Maharashtra]] | ||
* | * Bollywood | ||
* | * Bombay High Court | ||
* | * Indian Cities | ||
* | * Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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Latest revision as of 17:27, 25 August 2025
Mumbai, formerly known as Bombay, is the capital city of the Indian state of Maharashtra. Located on the western coast of India, it is the most populous city in India and serves as the financial, commercial, and entertainment capital of the country.
History
- Originally a group of seven islands ruled by various indigenous dynasties and the Portuguese
- Transferred to the British through the dowry of Catherine of Braganza in 1661
- Became an important port city and the commercial center during British India
- Renamed from Bombay to Mumbai in 1995 to reflect Marathi heritage
Economy
- Headquarters of major financial institutions: Reserve Bank of India, Bombay Stock Exchange, National Stock Exchange
- Hosts corporate offices of top Indian and multinational companies
- Known for sectors like finance, entertainment, IT, textiles, and real estate
Culture and Society
- Heart of the Hindi film industry (Bollywood)
- Home to diverse communities and religions
- Famous festivals: Ganesh Chaturthi, Navratri, Diwali, Eid, Christmas
- Rich in theater, music, literature, and street food culture
Education and Institutions
- Premier institutions: University of Mumbai, IIT Bombay, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, St. Xavier’s College
- Numerous schools and international educational boards
Transportation
- India's busiest suburban rail network: Western, Central, and Harbour lines
- Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport
- Mumbai Metro and Monorail systems
- Mumbai Port Trust and JNPT serve major shipping operations
Landmarks
- Gateway of India
- Marine Drive
- Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Elephanta Caves
- Haji Ali Dargah
Challenges
- Slum population and housing crisis
- Flooding and monsoon-related infrastructure issues
- Pollution and traffic congestion
See Also
- Maharashtra
- Bollywood
- Bombay High Court
- Indian Cities
- Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj