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Neighbourhood in Bangalore, Karnataka, India From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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]
Chatrapati Shivajinagara | |
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Neighbourhood | |
![]() Night view of Commercial street, adjoining area of Shivijainagara | |
Nickname: Tasker Town | |
Coordinates: 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 |
It 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]
Azgar, the auto rickshaw driver played by Danish Sait in French Biriyani is from Shivajinagara.[4]
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