Secunderabad
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Secunderabad popularly known as the twin city of Hyderabad is located in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh
north of Hyderabad. Named after Sikandar Jah, the third Nizam
of the Asaf Jahi dynasty, Secunderabad was founded in 1806 AD as a British
cantonment
. Although Hyderabad and Secunderabad are together referred to as the twin cities, they have both different histories and cultures, with Secunderabad having developed directly under British
rule until 1948 and Hyderabad as the capital of the Nizam
s' princely state. Although geographically separated from Hyderabad by the Hussain Sagar
, Secunderabad is no longer a separate municipal unit and has become part of Hyderabad. Both cities are collectively known just as Hyderabad outside the state and they together form the sixth largest metropolis in India
. Being one of the largest cantonment
s in India, Secunderabad has a large army and air force presence.
and city government. Secunderabad was the area in Hyderabad which was under the direct control of the British.
Secunderabad was founded as a British
cantonment
after the Hyderabad
Nizam
Asaf Jah II was defeated at the hands of the British East India Company
and was forced to sign the Treaty of Subsidiary Alliance
in the year 1798 AD. He had to sign the subsidiary alliance treaty in order to gain the support of the British troops parked in tents in the open areas of the maidan of the village Ulwul, north-east of Hussain Sagar
, the lake that separates Secunderabad from its twin city Hyderabad. Later, in 1803, Nizam Sikandar Jah, the third Nizam of Hyderabad, renamed Ulwul as Secunderabad after himself. The city was formed in 1806, after the order was signed by the Nizam alloting the land north of Hussain Sagar to setup the British Cantonment. The twin cities are separated by the man-made Hussain Sagar
lake, which was built during the reign of the Qutb Shahi dynasty
in the 16th century. Unlike Hyderabad, the official language of Secunderabad was English.
Secunderabad was exempted from customs duty on imported good thus making trade very profitable. Various new markets such as Regimental Bazaar and General Bazaar were created. After the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857, the construction of a seven metre high wall was started at Trimulgherry
and completed in 1867. Secunderabad Railway Station
one of the largest in India which is also the zonal headquarters of South Central Railway
was established in 1874. The King Edward Memorial Hospital, now known as Gandhi Hospital was established in 1851. A Civil Jail (now a heritage building
known as Old Jail complex near Monda Market) was also established. Originally constructed in 1860 as the country house of the British Resident at Hyderabad, the Residency House is now known as the Rashtrapati Nilayam
, the official retreat of the President of India
.
Sir Winston Churchill
, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during World War II, was posted in Secunderabad during the 1880s as a subaltern in the British Army. Sir Ronald Ross conducted his initial research on the cause of malaria
in the city of Secunderabad. The original building is today called the Sir Ronald Ross Institute and is located on Minister Road. Secunderabad Municipality was formed in 1945 and in 1950 this was upgraded to Secunderabad Corporation along with Hyderabad Corporation. In 1964 both these corporations were merged to form a single Municipal Corporation. In 1964 the famous Shenoy Nursing Home was inaugurated and still runs today. It was one of the first private hospitals to be opened in the cities, and this gave further impetus for other private hospitals in the city. Today Secunderabad is part of the Hyderabad district
. Secunderabad celebrated two hundred years of its formation in 2006.
Post-Independence, the Secunderabad Cantonment Board
came under the jurisdiction of the Indian Armed forces. Consequently large military units were established. The popular neighbourhoods in Secunderabad are Paradise Circle, Trimulgherry
, Marredpally
, Sitaphalmandi, Kharkhana
, Ranigunj
, etc. Begumpet Airport
is close to Secunderabad and served both the cities until early 2008.
Secunderabad is located at 17.45°N 78.5°E. north of Hyderabad. Situated on the Deccan Plateau
, Secunderabad has an average elevation of 543 metres (1781 ft). Most of the area has a rocky terrain and some areas are hilly. Secunderabad is connected to Hyderabad by Rastrapathi Road
(formerly known as King's Way) and MG Road
(commonly known as James' Street) via Tank Bund
.
months from June to September.
s who mainly resided in the South Lallaguda
area of Secunderabad which was popularly known as Little England. Many Anglo-Indian
s have emigrated to other countries in the Anglosphere
over the last few decades. Padmarao Nagar
which was previously known as Walker Town had a significantly large Mudaliar
community. Other notable communities in the city included Parsis, Marwaris
, Gujarati
s etc.
, the most popular club in the city was established in 1878 at a country house gifted by Salar Jung I. Secunderabad also has a more laid back atmosphere. This is due to the fact that secunderabad is mainly a residential area with fewer government offices and corporate establishments. The city's culture is however defined by its numerous educational institutions and shopping areas. The army and railway institutions in the city also add to its cultural identity.
Many outdoor events including the republic day parade and other fairs are held in the Gymkhana or Parade grounds within the city. Harihara Kalabhavan is an auditorium in the city that acts a venue for many cultural performances. The city is beautifully decorated during the Christmas season
. Anglo-Indian
balls
form a distinctive part of Christmas celebrations in the city. An annual festival known as the Bonalu
Jatara is celebrated by the Telangana
Hindus of the region. It is usually held during the Ashada jathara which is at the start of the monsoon season in the region. Ramadan
, the Islamic holy month of fasting is also observed with much religious fervour by the local Muslims. Nonetheless the culture of Secunderabad is distinctly different from that of Hyderabad's Indo-Islamic culture.
, James Street Police Station, etc.
Almost all of these churches conform to the Gothic Revival style of architecture which was particularly popular during the Victorian
era. Built in 1813, St. John the Baptist Church is the oldest church in the city. Constructed in 1860,the All Saints Church has received the INTACH award from the government of Andhra Pradesh
. The other historically significant church, is the Holy Trinity Church which was commissioned by Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom in 1847. Queen Elizabeth II worshiped with her husband in this church on their 36th wedding anniversary.
Several old palaces and mansions in the city have been converted into recreational clubs and government officies in recent years. One such palace is the Paigah Palace
which now houses the Consulate General of the US in Hyderabad
. Other palatial mansions include the Chiraan Fort palace and the Palais Royal which now function as a recreational club and a reception hall respectively. Secunderabad also has several old bungalows and villas built during the British rule. Most of these are situated in the residential area of Marredpally
. The demolition of these old ancestral houses, some over 100 years for the construction of apartment complexes began in the 1990s and still continues to this day.
Although the majority of the mosques in Secunderabad subscribe to the provincial Mughal
architecture, the Spanish Mosque
stands out with its distinctive Moorish architecture. This Mosque is under consideration for UNESCO
Asia Pacific Merit and is recognised as a heritage site by INTACH and Archealogical Survey of India. Another structure belonging to the Qutb Shahi style of architecture is the Saidani Maa Dargah and Masjid
. It is a large mausoleum located on the northern end of the Tank Bund Road.
, mosque
s, and churches, Secunderabad also has a historically significant Parsi
Fire Temple
. Listed below are the popular places of worship in the city:
are some of the major private companies which have their offices in Secunderabad. Being the headquarters of South Central Railway
, Secunderabad is a major centre for railway
activity. Various industrial araes such as Bolarum
, Moula-Ali
, Nacharam
, Uppal
etc. are located in Secunderabad. Secunderabad Cantonment Board
houses a large number of defence units. Various units of the Department of Atomic Energy
(DAE) such as Atomic Minerals Directorate for Exploration and Research
(AMD), Nuclear Fuel Complex
(NFC), ECIL etc. are also located close to Secunderabad.
The city is the head-quarters of the South Central Railway
Zone of the Indian Railways
. It is served by one of the oldest and largest railway station popularly known as the Secunderabad Railway Station
in the twin cities . Secunderabad is also a major railway junction in the Wadi-Vijayawada railway route.
Secunderabad is also a major hub for the city bus transport run by the Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) and is well connected to all corners of both Hyderabad and Secunderabad. Major bus stations are the Jubilee Bus Station and the Rathfile Bus station .
Tankbund road is a historical and an important road which connects the two cities. Abutting the Hussain sagar
lake, the Tankbund road is an arterial road and the main thoroughfare connecting Secunderabad with Hyderabad.
The nearest airport is Hyderabad International Airport
. Till March 2008, Begumpet Airport
was the nearest airport.
Various research institutes such as National Institute of Nutrition, Center for Cellular and Molecular Biology, Indian Institute of Chemical Technology etc. are located at Tarnaka
close to Secunderabad.
Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh , is one of the 28 states of India, situated on the southeastern coast of India. It is India's fourth largest state by area and fifth largest by population. Its capital and largest city by population is Hyderabad.The total GDP of Andhra Pradesh is $100 billion and is ranked third...
north of Hyderabad. Named after Sikandar Jah, the third Nizam
Nizam
Nizam-ul-Mulk of Hyderabad popularly known as Nizams of Hyderabad was a former monarchy of the Hyderabad State, now in the states of Andhra Pradesh , Karnataka , and Maharashtra in India...
of the Asaf Jahi dynasty, Secunderabad was founded in 1806 AD as a British
United Kingdom
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandIn the United Kingdom and Dependencies, other languages have been officially recognised as legitimate autochthonous languages under the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages...
cantonment
Cantonment
A cantonment is a temporary or semi-permanent military or police quarters. The word cantonment is derived from the French word canton meaning corner or district, as is the name of the Cantons of Switzerland. In South Asia, the term cantonment also describes permanent military stations...
. Although Hyderabad and Secunderabad are together referred to as the twin cities, they have both different histories and cultures, with Secunderabad having developed directly under British
United Kingdom
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandIn the United Kingdom and Dependencies, other languages have been officially recognised as legitimate autochthonous languages under the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages...
rule until 1948 and Hyderabad as the capital of the Nizam
Nizam
Nizam-ul-Mulk of Hyderabad popularly known as Nizams of Hyderabad was a former monarchy of the Hyderabad State, now in the states of Andhra Pradesh , Karnataka , and Maharashtra in India...
s' princely state. Although geographically separated from Hyderabad by the Hussain Sagar
Hussain Sagar
Hussain Sagar is a lake in Hyderabad, India, built by Hazrat Hussain Shah Wali in 1562, during the rule of Ibrahim Quli Qutb Shah. It was a lake of 24 square kilometres built on a tributary of the River Musi to meet the water and irrigation needs of the city. There is a large monolithic statue of...
, Secunderabad is no longer a separate municipal unit and has become part of Hyderabad. Both cities are collectively known just as Hyderabad outside the state and they together form the sixth largest metropolis in India
India
India , officially the Republic of India , is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by geographical area, the second-most populous country with over 1.2 billion people, and the most populous democracy in the world...
. Being one of the largest cantonment
Cantonment
A cantonment is a temporary or semi-permanent military or police quarters. The word cantonment is derived from the French word canton meaning corner or district, as is the name of the Cantons of Switzerland. In South Asia, the term cantonment also describes permanent military stations...
s in India, Secunderabad has a large army and air force presence.
History
Secunderabad until recently had its own municipalityMunicipality
A municipality is essentially an urban administrative division having corporate status and usually powers of self-government. It can also be used to mean the governing body of a municipality. A municipality is a general-purpose administrative subdivision, as opposed to a special-purpose district...
and city government. Secunderabad was the area in Hyderabad which was under the direct control of the British.
Secunderabad was founded as a British
United Kingdom
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandIn the United Kingdom and Dependencies, other languages have been officially recognised as legitimate autochthonous languages under the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages...
cantonment
Cantonment
A cantonment is a temporary or semi-permanent military or police quarters. The word cantonment is derived from the French word canton meaning corner or district, as is the name of the Cantons of Switzerland. In South Asia, the term cantonment also describes permanent military stations...
after the Hyderabad
Hyderabad State
-After Indian independence :When India gained independence in 1947 and Pakistan came into existence in 1947, the British left the local rulers of the princely states the choice of whether to join one of the new dominions or to remain independent...
Nizam
Nizam
Nizam-ul-Mulk of Hyderabad popularly known as Nizams of Hyderabad was a former monarchy of the Hyderabad State, now in the states of Andhra Pradesh , Karnataka , and Maharashtra in India...
Asaf Jah II was defeated at the hands of the British East India Company
British East India Company
The East India Company was an early English joint-stock company that was formed initially for pursuing trade with the East Indies, but that ended up trading mainly with the Indian subcontinent and China...
and was forced to sign the Treaty of Subsidiary Alliance
Subsidiary alliance
A subsidiary alliance is an alliance between a dominant nation and a nation that it dominates.-British policy in India:The doctrine of subsidiary alliance was introduced by Marquess Wellesley, British Governor-General of India from 1798 to 1805...
in the year 1798 AD. He had to sign the subsidiary alliance treaty in order to gain the support of the British troops parked in tents in the open areas of the maidan of the village Ulwul, north-east of Hussain Sagar
Hussain Sagar
Hussain Sagar is a lake in Hyderabad, India, built by Hazrat Hussain Shah Wali in 1562, during the rule of Ibrahim Quli Qutb Shah. It was a lake of 24 square kilometres built on a tributary of the River Musi to meet the water and irrigation needs of the city. There is a large monolithic statue of...
, the lake that separates Secunderabad from its twin city Hyderabad. Later, in 1803, Nizam Sikandar Jah, the third Nizam of Hyderabad, renamed Ulwul as Secunderabad after himself. The city was formed in 1806, after the order was signed by the Nizam alloting the land north of Hussain Sagar to setup the British Cantonment. The twin cities are separated by the man-made Hussain Sagar
Hussain Sagar
Hussain Sagar is a lake in Hyderabad, India, built by Hazrat Hussain Shah Wali in 1562, during the rule of Ibrahim Quli Qutb Shah. It was a lake of 24 square kilometres built on a tributary of the River Musi to meet the water and irrigation needs of the city. There is a large monolithic statue of...
lake, which was built during the reign of the Qutb Shahi dynasty
Qutb Shahi dynasty
The Qutb Shahi dynasty was a Turko-Persian dynasty ; its members were collectively called the Qutub Shahis. They were the ruling family of the kingdom of Golkonda in modern-day Andra Pradesh, India. They were Shia Muslims and belonged to Kara Koyunlu...
in the 16th century. Unlike Hyderabad, the official language of Secunderabad was English.
Secunderabad was exempted from customs duty on imported good thus making trade very profitable. Various new markets such as Regimental Bazaar and General Bazaar were created. After the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857, the construction of a seven metre high wall was started at Trimulgherry
Trimulgherry
Trimulgherry or Thirmulgherry or Tirumalagiri is a major suburb of Secunderabad, India. It is the anglicised name for Tirumalagiri. It is to the north of Hyderabad.The suburb has many smaller residential townships...
and completed in 1867. Secunderabad Railway Station
Secunderabad Railway Station
Secunderabad Railway Station , also referred as Secunderabad Junction, is a major intercity rail station and a commuter rail hub in the Hyderabad Urban Area. It is located in the city of Secunderabad and falls under the South Central Railway zone of Indian Railways...
one of the largest in India which is also the zonal headquarters of South Central Railway
South Central Railway
The South Central Railway is one of the 16 railway zones in India. It is headquartered at Secunderabad and has the following divisions:# Secunderabad# Hyderabad# Guntakal # Vijayawada# Guntur# Nanded...
was established in 1874. The King Edward Memorial Hospital, now known as Gandhi Hospital was established in 1851. A Civil Jail (now a heritage building
Heritage structures in Hyderabad
Heritage Conservation Committee under HUDA was formed by state government in 1981 to retain architectural, historical and social value of buildings. Hyderabad Urban Development Authority has listed almost 160 buildings in Hyderabad city as heritage structures. Almost 70% of heritage buildings are...
known as Old Jail complex near Monda Market) was also established. Originally constructed in 1860 as the country house of the British Resident at Hyderabad, the Residency House is now known as the Rashtrapati Nilayam
Rashtrapati Nilayam
Rashtrapati Nilayam originally known as Residency House is the official retreat of the President of India. It is located in Bollarum, Secunderabad. It was thrown open for public viewing from 1 January 2010 and 10 January 2010, with entry being free....
, the official retreat of the President of India
President of India
The President of India is the head of state and first citizen of India, as well as the Supreme Commander of the Indian Armed Forces. President of India is also the formal head of all the three branches of Indian Democracy - Legislature, Executive and Judiciary...
.
Sir Winston Churchill
Winston Churchill
Sir Winston Leonard Spencer-Churchill, was a predominantly Conservative British politician and statesman known for his leadership of the United Kingdom during the Second World War. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest wartime leaders of the century and served as Prime Minister twice...
, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during World War II, was posted in Secunderabad during the 1880s as a subaltern in the British Army. Sir Ronald Ross conducted his initial research on the cause of malaria
Malaria
Malaria is a mosquito-borne infectious disease of humans and other animals caused by eukaryotic protists of the genus Plasmodium. The disease results from the multiplication of Plasmodium parasites within red blood cells, causing symptoms that typically include fever and headache, in severe cases...
in the city of Secunderabad. The original building is today called the Sir Ronald Ross Institute and is located on Minister Road. Secunderabad Municipality was formed in 1945 and in 1950 this was upgraded to Secunderabad Corporation along with Hyderabad Corporation. In 1964 both these corporations were merged to form a single Municipal Corporation. In 1964 the famous Shenoy Nursing Home was inaugurated and still runs today. It was one of the first private hospitals to be opened in the cities, and this gave further impetus for other private hospitals in the city. Today Secunderabad is part of the Hyderabad district
Hyderabad District, India
Hyderabad District , is a district in the state of Andhra Pradesh in India that contains a part of the metropolitan area of Hyderabad. It is headed by a district collector who is drawn from the IAS cadre and is appointed by the state government.-History:...
. Secunderabad celebrated two hundred years of its formation in 2006.
Post-Independence, the Secunderabad Cantonment Board
Secunderabad Cantonment Board
Secunderbad Cantonment Board is the civic administration agency for the city of Secunderabad, India.Large parts of Secunderabad city and some parts of the Hyderabad city come under the jurisdiction of the Secunderabad Cantonment Board due to the large military presence, existing right from the...
came under the jurisdiction of the Indian Armed forces. Consequently large military units were established. The popular neighbourhoods in Secunderabad are Paradise Circle, Trimulgherry
Trimulgherry
Trimulgherry or Thirmulgherry or Tirumalagiri is a major suburb of Secunderabad, India. It is the anglicised name for Tirumalagiri. It is to the north of Hyderabad.The suburb has many smaller residential townships...
, Marredpally
Marredpally
Marredpally is an upmarket residential suburb in the city of Secunderabad, India. It is divided into East Marredpally and West Marredpally.-History:In the 1940s and 1950s Marredpally area was a dense forest with hills...
, Sitaphalmandi, Kharkhana
Karkhana, Secunderabad
Karkhana is a neighbourhood in the city of Secunderabad, India. Part of the Trimulgherry suburb, Karkhana is approximately from Secunderabad station and approximately from Jubilee Bus stand. The region has experienced a real estate boom in recent years and has become a base for a number of small...
, Ranigunj
Rani Gunj
Rani Gunj is a major suburb in Secunderabad, India.-Commercial area:Rani Gunj is a major commercial area which houses leading automobile dealer showrooms like Mahindra and Mahindra Motors,MAX Automobiles TATA Motors genuine spares, Auto Start Enterprises and Sundaram Honda Motors.Some of the major...
, etc. Begumpet Airport
Begumpet Airport
Begumpet Airport at Hyderabad, also known as Hyderabad Airport, used to be the only international airport in Andhra Pradesh, but however, it is now defunct with the opening of the Hyderabad International Airport on the 23rd March 2008. It is a civil enclave located in Begumpet...
is close to Secunderabad and served both the cities until early 2008.
Geography
Deccan Plateau
The Deccan Plateau is a large plateau in India, making up the majority of the southern part of the country. It rises a hundred meters high in the north, rising further to more than a kilometers high in the south, forming a raised triangle nested within the familiar downward-pointing triangle of...
, Secunderabad has an average elevation of 543 metres (1781 ft). Most of the area has a rocky terrain and some areas are hilly. Secunderabad is connected to Hyderabad by Rastrapathi Road
Rastrapathi Road
Earlier known as Kingsway, Rastrapathi Road is a major shopping district in Secunderabad, India. The Rastrapathi Road connects Sardar Patel Road and Tankbund Road. Nearby shopping malls are CMR, Chandana Brothers, and R.S. Brothers. There is also a shopping arcade named Clock Tower which is one...
(formerly known as King's Way) and MG Road
MG Road, Secunderabad
MG Road or Mahatma Gandhi Road formerly known as James Street is one of the busiest roads of the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad and a foremost shopping district in Secunderabad. It is spread over 2 km....
(commonly known as James' Street) via Tank Bund
Hussain Sagar
Hussain Sagar is a lake in Hyderabad, India, built by Hazrat Hussain Shah Wali in 1562, during the rule of Ibrahim Quli Qutb Shah. It was a lake of 24 square kilometres built on a tributary of the River Musi to meet the water and irrigation needs of the city. There is a large monolithic statue of...
.
Climate
Secunderabad has a tropical wet and dry climate that borders on a semi-arid climate, with hot summers from late February to early June, the monsoon season from late June to early October and a pleasant winter from late October to early February. In the evenings and mornings, the climate is relatively cooler. Most of rains are concentrated in the monsoonMonsoon
Monsoon is traditionally defined as a seasonal reversing wind accompanied by corresponding changes in precipitation, but is now used to describe seasonal changes in atmospheric circulation and precipitation associated with the asymmetric heating of land and sea...
months from June to September.
Demographics
Secunderabad had a population of 204,182. Males constitute 51% of the population and females 49%. Secunderabad has an average literacy rate of 73%, higher than the national average of 59.5%; male literacy is 78%, and female literacy is 68%. 11% of the population is under 6 years of age. The city has a sizable population of Anglo-IndianAnglo-Indian
Anglo-Indians are people who have mixed Indian and British ancestry, or people of British descent born or living in India, now mainly historical in the latter sense. British residents in India used the term "Eurasians" for people of mixed European and Indian descent...
s who mainly resided in the South Lallaguda
Lallaguda
≥Lallaguda is a suburb in Secunderabad, India. It is close to Malkajgiri. It is 7 km away from the city centre. This area is covered with railway quarters. Lallaguda is divided into south and North Lallaguda by the railway track dividing it...
area of Secunderabad which was popularly known as Little England. Many Anglo-Indian
Anglo-Indian
Anglo-Indians are people who have mixed Indian and British ancestry, or people of British descent born or living in India, now mainly historical in the latter sense. British residents in India used the term "Eurasians" for people of mixed European and Indian descent...
s have emigrated to other countries in the Anglosphere
Anglosphere
Anglosphere is a neologism which refers to those nations with English as the most common language. The term can be used more specifically to refer to those nations which share certain characteristics within their cultures based on a linguistic heritage, through being former British colonies...
over the last few decades. Padmarao Nagar
Padmarao Nagar
Padma Rao Nagar, sometimes also called PR Nagar, is a locality in Secunderabad, India, named after Diwan Bahadur Padma Rao Mudaliar. It was the early communities like Mudaliars who started developing the Secunderabad Cantonment commercially. Otherwise, Secunderabad had only large number of tents...
which was previously known as Walker Town had a significantly large Mudaliar
Mudaliar
Mudaliar also Mudali, Moodley is a title used in Tamil diaspora. It is derived from the honorary title Mudali meaning a person of first rank in the Tamil language which was bestowed upon top-ranking bureaucratic officials and army commanders in medieval South India...
community. Other notable communities in the city included Parsis, Marwaris
Marwaris
Marwari or Marwadi or Rajasthani people are Indian ethnic group, that inhabit the Rajasthan region of India. Their language Rajasthani is a part of the western group of Indo-Aryan languages....
, Gujarati
Gujarati people
Gujarati people , or Gujaratis are an ethnic group that is traditionally Gujarati-speaking and can trace their ancestry to the state of Gujarat in western India...
s etc.
Culture
Due to the presence of various communities such as Parsis, Anglo-Indians alongside British and native inhabitants, Secunderabad was historically a cosmopolitan city. Though the cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad are twins, they are different in the layout of buildings, the style of life and the very atmosphere. Secunderabad used to be referred to by the locals as Lashkar meaning the army and the city's culture reflected the same. Secunderabad was also a liberal city compared to Hyderabad due the presence of the British. Plaza cinema was the only theatre in India where viewers could sip beer while watching a movie. Sangeet was a popular cinema theatre that screened only western movies. Secunderabad has several restaurants and western style shopping centres, the most popular ones being in James Street, Kingsway etc. Secunderabad ClubSecunderabad Club
The Secunderabad Club is an elite club located in Secunderabad, India.It is one of the five oldest Clubs in India, the oldest club being the Bengal Club of Calcutta. The club has gone through 2 name changes before the name Secunderabad Club finally settled. The Club was established on April 26,...
, the most popular club in the city was established in 1878 at a country house gifted by Salar Jung I. Secunderabad also has a more laid back atmosphere. This is due to the fact that secunderabad is mainly a residential area with fewer government offices and corporate establishments. The city's culture is however defined by its numerous educational institutions and shopping areas. The army and railway institutions in the city also add to its cultural identity.
Many outdoor events including the republic day parade and other fairs are held in the Gymkhana or Parade grounds within the city. Harihara Kalabhavan is an auditorium in the city that acts a venue for many cultural performances. The city is beautifully decorated during the Christmas season
Christmas season
Christmastide is one of the seasons of the liturgical year of most Christian churches. It tends to be defined as the period from Christmas Eve to the evening of 5 January, the day before Epiphany...
. Anglo-Indian
Anglo-Indian
Anglo-Indians are people who have mixed Indian and British ancestry, or people of British descent born or living in India, now mainly historical in the latter sense. British residents in India used the term "Eurasians" for people of mixed European and Indian descent...
balls
Ball (dance)
A ball is a formal dance. The word 'ball' is derived from the Latin word "ballare", meaning 'to dance'; the term also derived into "bailar", which is the Spanish and Portuguese word for dance . In Catalan it is the same word, 'ball', for the dance event.Attendees wear evening attire, which is...
form a distinctive part of Christmas celebrations in the city. An annual festival known as the Bonalu
Bonalu
Bonalu is a Hindu festival of the Goddess of power, Mahakali, celebrated in Hyderabad, Secunderabad and parts of Telangana and Rayalaseema in India. It is celebrated in the month of Ashada masam, in July/August. Special poojas are performed for Yellamma on the first and last day of the festival...
Jatara is celebrated by the Telangana
Telangana
Telangana is a region in the present state of Andhra Pradesh, India and formerly was part of Hyderabad state which was ruled by Nizam. It is bordered with the states of Maharashtra on the north and north-west, Karnataka on the west, Chattisgarh on the north-east and Orissa to the east...
Hindus of the region. It is usually held during the Ashada jathara which is at the start of the monsoon season in the region. Ramadan
Ramadan
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, which lasts 29 or 30 days. It is the Islamic month of fasting, in which participating Muslims refrain from eating, drinking, smoking and sex during daylight hours and is intended to teach Muslims about patience, spirituality, humility and...
, the Islamic holy month of fasting is also observed with much religious fervour by the local Muslims. Nonetheless the culture of Secunderabad is distinctly different from that of Hyderabad's Indo-Islamic culture.
Architecture
Although Secunderabad has relatively fewer buildings of architectural value than its twin Hyderabad, it has a greater variety owing to the city's history of being a meeting point of eastern and western cultures and styles. Most of the significant architectural structures in Secunderabad are of religious character. A few secular structures of architectural value exist which include the Clock towerSecunderabad Clock Tower
Secunderabad Clock Tower is a clock tower located in the Secunderabad region of Hyderabad, India. Constructed in 1860 on of land, the structure was inaugurated on 1 February 1897.- History :...
, James Street Police Station, etc.
Almost all of these churches conform to the Gothic Revival style of architecture which was particularly popular during the Victorian
Victorian era
The Victorian era of British history was the period of Queen Victoria's reign from 20 June 1837 until her death on 22 January 1901. It was a long period of peace, prosperity, refined sensibilities and national self-confidence...
era. Built in 1813, St. John the Baptist Church is the oldest church in the city. Constructed in 1860,the All Saints Church has received the INTACH award from the government of Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh , is one of the 28 states of India, situated on the southeastern coast of India. It is India's fourth largest state by area and fifth largest by population. Its capital and largest city by population is Hyderabad.The total GDP of Andhra Pradesh is $100 billion and is ranked third...
. The other historically significant church, is the Holy Trinity Church which was commissioned by Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom in 1847. Queen Elizabeth II worshiped with her husband in this church on their 36th wedding anniversary.
Several old palaces and mansions in the city have been converted into recreational clubs and government officies in recent years. One such palace is the Paigah Palace
Paigah Palace
Paigah Palace was built by Sir Vicar-ul-Umra, a Paigah nobleman. This was built after he gifted the famous Falaknuma Palace to the sixth Nizam of Hyderabad state, Mahbub Ali Khan, Asaf Jah VI.It now houses Consulate General of the US in Hyderabad....
which now houses the Consulate General of the US in Hyderabad
Consulate General of the United States of America in Hyderabad
Consulate General of the United States of America has its office in Hyderabad, India. It is the first consulate in India, after India's independence. It is located at Paigah Palace in Begumpet....
. Other palatial mansions include the Chiraan Fort palace and the Palais Royal which now function as a recreational club and a reception hall respectively. Secunderabad also has several old bungalows and villas built during the British rule. Most of these are situated in the residential area of Marredpally
Marredpally
Marredpally is an upmarket residential suburb in the city of Secunderabad, India. It is divided into East Marredpally and West Marredpally.-History:In the 1940s and 1950s Marredpally area was a dense forest with hills...
. The demolition of these old ancestral houses, some over 100 years for the construction of apartment complexes began in the 1990s and still continues to this day.
Although the majority of the mosques in Secunderabad subscribe to the provincial Mughal
Mughal Empire
The Mughal Empire , or Mogul Empire in traditional English usage, was an imperial power from the Indian Subcontinent. The Mughal emperors were descendants of the Timurids...
architecture, the Spanish Mosque
Spanish Mosque
Spanish Mosque , also Known as Masjid Iqbal Ud Daula is a mosque located in Begumpet, Hyderabad, India.The Mosque is constructed by Paigah Nawab, Nawab Sir Iqbal Ud Daula in the year 1906, after his return from Spain, as he was very much inspired by the Cathedral–Mosque of Córdoba of Spain...
stands out with its distinctive Moorish architecture. This Mosque is under consideration for UNESCO
UNESCO
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations...
Asia Pacific Merit and is recognised as a heritage site by INTACH and Archealogical Survey of India. Another structure belonging to the Qutb Shahi style of architecture is the Saidani Maa Dargah and Masjid
Sayedani Maa Tomb
Sayedani Maa Tomb also known as Saidani Maa Ki Dargah or Maa Saheba Ke Dargah. The Tomb is located in the northern end of the Tank Bund, in Secunderabad/Hyderabad, India. The Saidani Maa Ki Dargah is a tribute of a son to his mother's memory and her values in life...
. It is a large mausoleum located on the northern end of the Tank Bund Road.
Places of Worship
Secunderabad has numerous places of worship for people of all faiths. Apart from templesHindu temple
A Mandir, Devalayam, Devasthanam, or a Hindu temple is a place of worship for followers of Hinduism...
, mosque
Mosque
A mosque is a place of worship for followers of Islam. The word is likely to have entered the English language through French , from Portuguese , from Spanish , and from Berber , ultimately originating in — . The Arabic word masjid literally means a place of prostration...
s, and churches, Secunderabad also has a historically significant Parsi
Parsi
Parsi or Parsee refers to a member of the larger of the two Zoroastrian communities in South Asia, the other being the Irani community....
Fire Temple
Fire temple
A fire temple in Zoroastrianism is the place of worship for Zoroastrians. Zoroastrians revere fire in any form. In the Zoroastrian religion, fire , together with clean water , are agents of ritual purity...
. Listed below are the popular places of worship in the city:
Temples
- Sri Ujjaini Mahankali Matha temple.
- Sri Ganesh Temple, Gopalpuram - Secunderabad Station
- Sree Ayyappa Devasthanam, Bolarum
Churches
- St. John the Baptist Church
- St. Mary's ChurchSt. Mary's Church, SecunderabadSt. Mary's Church is the oldest Roman Catholic church in the city of Secunderabad, India. It was formerly the Cathedral of the Archdiocese of Hyderabad. It is dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Adjacent to the church is the convent of St. Ann's which runs the locally famous St. Ann's High...
- All Saints Church
Commercial areas
- King's WayRastrapathi RoadEarlier known as Kingsway, Rastrapathi Road is a major shopping district in Secunderabad, India. The Rastrapathi Road connects Sardar Patel Road and Tankbund Road. Nearby shopping malls are CMR, Chandana Brothers, and R.S. Brothers. There is also a shopping arcade named Clock Tower which is one...
- Also called Rastrapathi RoadRastrapathi RoadEarlier known as Kingsway, Rastrapathi Road is a major shopping district in Secunderabad, India. The Rastrapathi Road connects Sardar Patel Road and Tankbund Road. Nearby shopping malls are CMR, Chandana Brothers, and R.S. Brothers. There is also a shopping arcade named Clock Tower which is one...
, this street is a major commercial road in heart of the city. Various businesses, hotels, malls are located here. A variety of sports shops are also located here.
- Park lane - This is a famous lane known for its fashion boutiques. CTC (Chenoy Trade Centre), the largest computer store in the twin cities and other computer peripheral stores are located here.
- James' Street - Although this street was renamed MG Road, SecunderabadMG Road, SecunderabadMG Road or Mahatma Gandhi Road formerly known as James Street is one of the busiest roads of the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad and a foremost shopping district in Secunderabad. It is spread over 2 km....
, it is still popularly known as James Street. This busy street is a major commercial centre with a variety of businesses. This place also has MMTS rail connectivity to various parts of the city.
- General BazarGeneral BazarGeneral Bazar is a shopping center located in Secunderabad, AP, India. The area is famous for gold and jewellery shops where one can buy traditional handmade jewellery. Gold market is flourishing here since 150 years.-References:...
- General Bazaar is a bylane situated on James' Street. This lane has several cloistered shops that sell a variety of items. It is popular shopping street in the city much valued for its old world charm.
- PatnyPatny-History:There was a famous landmark called as Patny Motors. The historic Mehboob College is also located in Patny Circle. Initially founded in 1862 by Late Mr. Somasundaram Mudaliar as a public school for primary education, a first in those days. This was also where Swami Vivekananda addressed a...
- This area is a major commercial hub with several big malls like Kalaniketan, R.S. Bros, CMR, Chennai Shopping Mall present here. The regional post office is also located here.
- Paradise HotelParadise Hotel (Hyderabad)Paradise Hotel or Paradise Persis is a popular hotel located in MG Road, Secunderabad, India. It is popular for its Hyderabadi biryani and other Hyderabadi dishes.-The Restaurant:Paradise Hotel is popular for its Hyderabadi haleem during Ramzan....
- The iconic hotel known for its Hyderabadi dishes.
- Paradise Circle - This intersection is a major junction connecting several locales of Secunderabad.
- Swapnalok complex - Formerly known as Minerva Complex is a commercial complex situated in the heart of city. This complex houses a variety of businesses such as shopping stores, small IT companies, and other businesses. The complex was once the most popular shopping area in the city.
- Secunderabad Railway StationSecunderabad Railway StationSecunderabad Railway Station , also referred as Secunderabad Junction, is a major intercity rail station and a commuter rail hub in the Hyderabad Urban Area. It is located in the city of Secunderabad and falls under the South Central Railway zone of Indian Railways...
- This particular part of the city has become a commercial are on account it being the busiest rail and bus junction in the city. The surrounding streets are full of shops and street pedlars selling a variety of things. Monda Market is just a few blocks from here.
- KarkhanaKarkhana, SecunderabadKarkhana is a neighbourhood in the city of Secunderabad, India. Part of the Trimulgherry suburb, Karkhana is approximately from Secunderabad station and approximately from Jubilee Bus stand. The region has experienced a real estate boom in recent years and has become a base for a number of small...
- This is another hub for both commercial and residential activity. This area is particularly famous for its numerous factory outlets of popular brands such a Nike, Adidas, etc.
Economy
ITC, Mahindra Satyam and Coromandel InternationalCoromandel International
Coromandel International is an Indian corporation founded in the early 1960s by IMC and Chevron Companies of USA. Originally named Coromandel Fertilisers, the company is in the business of fertilizers, pesticides and specialty nutrients. The company is also in rural retail business in the state of...
are some of the major private companies which have their offices in Secunderabad. Being the headquarters of South Central Railway
South Central Railway
The South Central Railway is one of the 16 railway zones in India. It is headquartered at Secunderabad and has the following divisions:# Secunderabad# Hyderabad# Guntakal # Vijayawada# Guntur# Nanded...
, Secunderabad is a major centre for railway
Indian Railways
Indian Railways , abbreviated as IR , is a departmental undertaking of Government of India, which owns and operates most of India's rail transport. It is overseen by the Ministry of Railways of the Government of India....
activity. Various industrial araes such as Bolarum
Bolarum
Bolarum also spelled as Bolaram, Bollarum, and Bollaram is one of the major suburbs of Hyderabad, India. Geographically, a part of Bolarum is in Hyderabad district while another is in Ranga Reddy District...
, Moula-Ali
Moula-Ali
Maula-Ali is a suburb of Hyderabad, India located at about 10 km from Secunderabad. It is famous for Moula Ali hill on top of which a famous mosque dedicated to Ali was built probably during era of Asif Jahi. The Moula Ali Dargah is one of the 11 heritage sites identified by “Heritage...
, Nacharam
Nacharam
Nacharam is a suburb of Hyderabad capital city of Andhra Pradesh State in India.-Commercial area:It houses, Nacharam Industrial Development Park, Shoe market, Pharmaceutical plants, Info city, central institute of medicinal and aromatic plants, GVK Biosciences etc.-Transport:Nacharam is...
, Uppal
Uppal
Uppal is a Jatt gotra, found in the Punjab region of India and Pakistan. They are closely related with the Khatri Uppal, and may be of common origin...
etc. are located in Secunderabad. Secunderabad Cantonment Board
Secunderabad Cantonment Board
Secunderbad Cantonment Board is the civic administration agency for the city of Secunderabad, India.Large parts of Secunderabad city and some parts of the Hyderabad city come under the jurisdiction of the Secunderabad Cantonment Board due to the large military presence, existing right from the...
houses a large number of defence units. Various units of the Department of Atomic Energy
Department of Atomic Energy (India)
The Department of Atomic Energy is a department directly under the Prime Minister of India with headquartered in Mumbai. The department is responsible for nuclear technology, including nuclear power and research....
(DAE) such as Atomic Minerals Directorate for Exploration and Research
Atomic Minerals Directorate for Exploration and Research
Atomic Minerals Directorate for Exploration and Research , with headquarters at Hyderabad and seven regional centers, is the oldest unit of the Department of Atomic Energy , Government of India. AMD started functioning from New Delhi on 10 August 1948 as ‘Rare Minerals Survey Unit'...
(AMD), Nuclear Fuel Complex
Nuclear Fuel Complex
The Nuclear Fuel Complex was established in 1971 as a major industrial unit of Department of Atomic Energy, for the supply of nuclear fuel bundles and reactor core components. It is a unique facility where natural and enriched uranium fuel, zirconium alloy cladding and reactor core components are...
(NFC), ECIL etc. are also located close to Secunderabad.
Sports and Recreation
- Gymkhana Ground - This large ground is under the control of the Union Defence Ministry. A significant portion of the ground is leased to the Hyderabad Cricket Association by the Cantonment Board. Other portions are occasionally let out for various occasions such as exhibitions, trade fairs, musical concerts, etc. The grounds are also a favourite for all kinds of sports especially inter-school/college and inter-city tournaments. There is a small but neatly laid out cricket ground which regularly hosts first class cricket matches.
- Parade Ground - This ground is also under the control of the Union Defence Ministry and serves as the designated venue for all official events and ceremonies like Independence Day and Republic Day parade and celebrations. The Cantonment Board lets out this ground also for civilian purposes like political party rallies, meetings, cultural events, etc. The Gymkhana Ground lies adjacent to this ground.
- Polo Ground - Abutting the Parade Ground and again under the control of the Union Defence Ministry is the Polo Ground which is used for military and NCC training purposes. Polo matches and annual polo tournaments are held in this ground.
- Bollarum Golf Course - This is the oldest and largest golf course in the entire twin cities and is located at Bollarum. This is the only 18-hole golf course in Hyderabad and Secunderabad. This is owned and maintained by the Indian Army and is not open to general public. For entry, one has to be either a serving or retired Defence personnel or affiliated with the Secunderbad Club or RSI Club.
- Railway Golf Course - This is also a well-known golf course in the city, located at Tarnaka. Spread over a vast area, it attracts golfers from various parts of state and the country.
- Shamirpet LakeShamirpet lakeShamirpet Lake is an artificial lake near Hyderabad, India, about 24 kilometers north of Secunderabad. It was built during the Nizam reign.The lake attracts many birds, making it a good birdwatching spot. There is a deer park nearby. A resort run by the Government of Andhra Pradesh is located near...
- This lake is situated about 24 km to the north of Secunderabad. Shamirpet lake attracts a lot of birds, and consequently a lot of bird watchers. There is also a deer park belonging to the state government near the lake. The best time to visit this lake is between October to March. The proposed Outer Ring Road will pass close to the lake.
- Shenoy Grounds - It is situated opposite the Shenoy Nursing Home.It attracts a lot of patrons especially on the weekends. The main ground has been around since the 1950s. A lot of sports functions/parades are held here because of its central location.
Transport
South Central Railway
The South Central Railway is one of the 16 railway zones in India. It is headquartered at Secunderabad and has the following divisions:# Secunderabad# Hyderabad# Guntakal # Vijayawada# Guntur# Nanded...
Zone of the Indian Railways
Indian Railways
Indian Railways , abbreviated as IR , is a departmental undertaking of Government of India, which owns and operates most of India's rail transport. It is overseen by the Ministry of Railways of the Government of India....
. It is served by one of the oldest and largest railway station popularly known as the Secunderabad Railway Station
Secunderabad Railway Station
Secunderabad Railway Station , also referred as Secunderabad Junction, is a major intercity rail station and a commuter rail hub in the Hyderabad Urban Area. It is located in the city of Secunderabad and falls under the South Central Railway zone of Indian Railways...
in the twin cities . Secunderabad is also a major railway junction in the Wadi-Vijayawada railway route.
Secunderabad is also a major hub for the city bus transport run by the Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) and is well connected to all corners of both Hyderabad and Secunderabad. Major bus stations are the Jubilee Bus Station and the Rathfile Bus station .
Tankbund road is a historical and an important road which connects the two cities. Abutting the Hussain sagar
Hussain Sagar
Hussain Sagar is a lake in Hyderabad, India, built by Hazrat Hussain Shah Wali in 1562, during the rule of Ibrahim Quli Qutb Shah. It was a lake of 24 square kilometres built on a tributary of the River Musi to meet the water and irrigation needs of the city. There is a large monolithic statue of...
lake, the Tankbund road is an arterial road and the main thoroughfare connecting Secunderabad with Hyderabad.
The nearest airport is Hyderabad International Airport
Hyderabad International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport also known as Hyderabad International Airport, is an international airport near Shamshabad, about south of downtown Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India....
. Till March 2008, Begumpet Airport
Begumpet Airport
Begumpet Airport at Hyderabad, also known as Hyderabad Airport, used to be the only international airport in Andhra Pradesh, but however, it is now defunct with the opening of the Hyderabad International Airport on the 23rd March 2008. It is a civil enclave located in Begumpet...
was the nearest airport.
Educational Institutions
Due to prolonged presence of British, Secunderabad has various convent schools established by Chrisitian Missionaries. Some of the old and famous schools, colleges are listed below:- St. Ann's High School, SecunderabadSt. Ann's High School, SecunderabadSaint Ann's High School is a girls school located at East Marredpally, Secunderabad, India.It was opened on April 1, 1871. Saint Ann's Convent was founded by Mother Enrichetta, an Italian missionary, in the 18th century. It is named after Saint Anne, known by tradition as the mother of The Virgin...
, established in 1871 - St. Patrick's High School, Secunderabad, established in 1911
- St. Mary's High School, SecunderabadSt. Mary's High School, SecunderabadSt. Mary's High School is a co-educational school located at St. Francis Road, Secunderabad in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is one of the oldest schools of the country. It offers schooling from kindergarten to 10 Std. and is based on the syllabus of the Secondary School of Education of Andhra...
, established in 1885 - St. Francis High School, Secunderabad, established in 1850
- St. Francis College, PG College of Science
- Key's High School
- Wesley Boy's High School, Junior College and Degree College
- Wesley Girl's High School, Junior College and Degree College
- St. Andrew's High SchoolSt. Andrew's High School, IndiaSt. Andrews High School is a school in Secunderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India. The school was established in 1987 by the Emanuel family, in memory of the late Louis William Emanuel.St. Andrews is managed by the St. Louis Education Society.-External links:...
- St John's Church High SchoolSt John's Church High SchoolSt. John's Church High School was established by Mrs. Gallagher, whose husband was a missionary in the Church of South India, Medak Diocese.-Location:The school is adjacent to the St. John's Church, St...
- Kasturba Gandhi College for Women
- Mahbub College High SchoolMahbub College High SchoolMahbub College High School is a college located in Secunderabad a twin city of Hyderabad, India, It was established in 1862 by Somasundaram Mudaliar, with the name - Anglo Vernacular School. Sixth Nizam, Mir Mahbub Ali Khan made generous contribution and the school was renamed Mahbub College High...
- Islamia High SchoolIslamia High SchoolIslamia High School is one of the oldest schools in Secunderabad at more than 120 years. It is located in the Monda Market area of the city. It is a multi-medium school where the school's 5th through 10th grades have Telugu, Urdu and English media of instruction....
- Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan
- Kendriya Vidyalaya Tirumalagiri
Various research institutes such as National Institute of Nutrition, Center for Cellular and Molecular Biology, Indian Institute of Chemical Technology etc. are located at Tarnaka
Tarnaka
Tarnaka is a major residential suburb in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India.It is located close to Osmania University.Tarnaka literally translates as "wired checkpost". In local language Tar means wire/cable and naka means check post. Tarnaka used to have a vineyard during Nizams period. An area...
close to Secunderabad.
Notable Residents
- Winston ChurchillWinston ChurchillSir Winston Leonard Spencer-Churchill, was a predominantly Conservative British politician and statesman known for his leadership of the United Kingdom during the Second World War. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest wartime leaders of the century and served as Prime Minister twice...
- Prime Minister of the United KingdomUnited KingdomThe United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandIn the United Kingdom and Dependencies, other languages have been officially recognised as legitimate autochthonous languages under the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages...
during World War IIWorld War IIWorld War II, or the Second World War , was a global conflict lasting from 1939 to 1945, involving most of the world's nations—including all of the great powers—eventually forming two opposing military alliances: the Allies and the Axis... - Ronald RossRonald RossSir Ronald Ross KCB FRS was a British doctor who received the Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine in 1902 for his work on malaria. He was the first Indian-born person to win a Nobel Prize...
- British doctor who received the Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine in 1902 for his work on malaria. - Diana Hayden - Beauty pageant titleholder from India who won the Femina Miss India contest in 1997 and was crowned Miss WorldMiss WorldThe Miss World pageant is the oldest surviving major international beauty pageant. It was created in the United Kingdom by Eric Morley in 1951...
1997. - Sarojini NaiduSarojini NaiduSarojini Naidu , also known by the sobriquet The Nightingale of India, was a child prodigy, Indian independence activist and poet...
- First Indian woman to become the President of the Indian National CongressIndian National CongressThe Indian National Congress is one of the two major political parties in India, the other being the Bharatiya Janata Party. It is the largest and one of the oldest democratic political parties in the world. The party's modern liberal platform is largely considered center-left in the Indian...
. - Montek Singh AhluwaliaMontek Singh AhluwaliaMontek Singh Ahluwalia is an Indian economist and civil servant. He is currently the Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission of the Republic of India. He was previously the first Director of the Independent Evaluation Office at the International Monetary Fund.-Early life and education:Montek...
- Deputy Chairperson of the Planning Commission of the Republic of India. - Rakesh SharmaRakesh SharmaWing commander Rakesh Sharma, AC, is a former Indian Air Force test pilot, and Cosmonaut aboard Soyuz T-11 as part of an Intercosmos Research Team...
- First Indian to travel in space. - Narendra LutherNarendra LutherNarendra Luther is a writer, former civil servant, author and columnist and presently lives in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh India. He is considered an eminent authority on the history and culture of erstwhile Hyderabad state and its rulers.-Bibliography:...
- Expert on the history and culture of erstwhile Hyderabad stateHyderabad State-After Indian independence :When India gained independence in 1947 and Pakistan came into existence in 1947, the British left the local rulers of the princely states the choice of whether to join one of the new dominions or to remain independent...
and its rulers. - M. L. JaisimhaM. L. JaisimhaMotganhalli Laxminarsu Jaisimha was an Indian Test cricketer.M.L. Jaisimha a right-handed batsman who was noted for his style on and off the field. He bowled medium pace, often opening the bowling for India, and off breaks and was a brilliant fielder. But it was the way he went about things that...
- Indian test criketer
Neighbourhoods
- AlwalAlwalAlwal is a major residential suburb of Secunderabad, the twin city of Hyderabad city. It has a population of 106,424 and forms part of the Greater Hyderabad agglomeration....
- BalanagarBalanagarBalanagar is a mandal in Ranga Reddy district of Andhra Pradesh, India. Balanagar is one of the major Industrial estates in India located in north west side of Hyderabad. Several Government owned industries are established in this location. IDPL, IDL, NRSA , HAL , BHEL R&D Are few amongst them...
- BegumpetBegumpetBegumpet is a neighborhood in Hyderabad, India.-History:Begumpet is named after the daughter of the second Nizam, Basheer Ul-Unnisaa Begum , who received it as part of her wedding dowry was married to the second Amir of Paigah The Shums ul Umra Amir e Kabir 1...
- BolarumBolarumBolarum also spelled as Bolaram, Bollarum, and Bollaram is one of the major suburbs of Hyderabad, India. Geographically, a part of Bolarum is in Hyderabad district while another is in Ranga Reddy District...
- BowenpallyBowenpallyBowenpally or Bowinpally is a suburb in Secunderabad, India. It is predominantly a middle and upper middle class suburb. Bowenpally is part of the Secunderabad Cantonment area, where the British held sway for several years. The old village of Bowenpally with its people-friendly streets still exist...
- ChilkalgudaChilkalgudaChilkalguda is a residential suburb of Secunderabad, India.It is predominantly a middle class neighbourhood rich of culture and its just half kilometer away from the Secunderabad Railway Station...
- Defence ColonyDefence ColonyDefence Colony is a posh locality situated in South Delhi, India. Besides its central location from most parts of the city of Delhi, the locality is immensely popular among all Delhiites for the exotic varieties of cuisines that it has on offer...
- KarkhanaKarkhana, SecunderabadKarkhana is a neighbourhood in the city of Secunderabad, India. Part of the Trimulgherry suburb, Karkhana is approximately from Secunderabad station and approximately from Jubilee Bus stand. The region has experienced a real estate boom in recent years and has become a base for a number of small...
- Kavadiguda
- KompallyKompallyKompally is one of the fastest growing suburbs of Hyderabad, India. Before the residential boom, it was a small village outside Hyderabad, with grape gardens and farm houses. The grape gardens and vast lands of farm houses made it one of the greenest suburbs of Hyderabad.25 years back, Kompally was...
- LalbazarLalbazarLalbazar is a neighbourhood in central Kolkata, earlier known as Calcutta, in the Indian state of West Bengal. It is part of the central business district adjoining B.B.D. Bagh area. The head quarters of the Kolkata Police is located here and is popularly known by the same name.-History:The road...
- Lalapet
- LallagudaLallaguda≥Lallaguda is a suburb in Secunderabad, India. It is close to Malkajgiri. It is 7 km away from the city centre. This area is covered with railway quarters. Lallaguda is divided into south and North Lallaguda by the railway track dividing it...
- LothkuntaLothkuntaLothkunta is a suburb in the cantonment on the northern border of Hyderabad city, Andhra Pradesh, India.It is situated at a distance of around 7 km from Secunderabad and approximately 14 km from Hyderabad. It lies on the national highway 7....
- MalkajgiriMalkajgiriMalkajgiri is a suburban locality in the city of Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, in India. It is located in Ranga Reddy district, but comes under Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation. With a population of more than 150,000 people, Malkajgiri is itself a mini-town with many shopping arcades, community...
- Mahatma Gandhi Road, Secunderabad
- MarredpallyMarredpallyMarredpally is an upmarket residential suburb in the city of Secunderabad, India. It is divided into East Marredpally and West Marredpally.-History:In the 1940s and 1950s Marredpally area was a dense forest with hills...
- NeredmetNeredmetNeredmet is the major suburb of Secunderabad, India.It is located in the North Eastern side of Hyderabad city Which comes Under Malkajgiri Municipality.The suburb has Residential townships...
- Padmarao NagarPadmarao NagarPadma Rao Nagar, sometimes also called PR Nagar, is a locality in Secunderabad, India, named after Diwan Bahadur Padma Rao Mudaliar. It was the early communities like Mudaliars who started developing the Secunderabad Cantonment commercially. Otherwise, Secunderabad had only large number of tents...
- Paradise
- Rani GunjRani GunjRani Gunj is a major suburb in Secunderabad, India.-Commercial area:Rani Gunj is a major commercial area which houses leading automobile dealer showrooms like Mahindra and Mahindra Motors,MAX Automobiles TATA Motors genuine spares, Auto Start Enterprises and Sundaram Honda Motors.Some of the major...
- General BazarGeneral BazarGeneral Bazar is a shopping center located in Secunderabad, AP, India. The area is famous for gold and jewellery shops where one can buy traditional handmade jewellery. Gold market is flourishing here since 150 years.-References:...
- Monda Market
- RKPuram
- SafilgudaSafilgudaSafilguda is a residential suburb in Hyderabad, India. It comes under the Malkajgiri Municipality.There is a lake popularly known as Safilguda Lake or Nadimi Cheruvu. The boundary road around the lake is fashioned like the "tank bund" on the Hussain Sagar Lake and hence is also referred to as mini...
- SainikpuriSainikpuriSainikpuri lies to the northeast of the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad. It is a co-operative housing society for retired defence personnel. Sainikpuri actually started off as a housing society for Army officers, but now has houses which belong to other defence services as well as a few...
- Sikh VillageSikh VillageSikh Village earlier known as Sikhul thota is a small suburb in Secunderabad, India. It is 3 km from Paradise Circle and 2 kilometers from Bowenpally.-Landmarks:...
- SitaphalmandiSitaphalmandiSitaphalmandi is one of the old suburbs of Secunderabad in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India. It is located close to Secunderabad Railway Station and is surrounded by Osmania University in the east, Warasiguda in the south, Secunderabad in the west and Tarnaka in the north...
- TarnakaTarnakaTarnaka is a major residential suburb in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India.It is located close to Osmania University.Tarnaka literally translates as "wired checkpost". In local language Tar means wire/cable and naka means check post. Tarnaka used to have a vineyard during Nizams period. An area...
- UppalUppalUppal is a Jatt gotra, found in the Punjab region of India and Pakistan. They are closely related with the Khatri Uppal, and may be of common origin...
- TrimulgherryTrimulgherryTrimulgherry or Thirmulgherry or Tirumalagiri is a major suburb of Secunderabad, India. It is the anglicised name for Tirumalagiri. It is to the north of Hyderabad.The suburb has many smaller residential townships...
- Kamala NagarKamala NagarKamala Nagar is a suburb in Hyderabad. It is located close to ECIL and NFC.-Transport:The closest railway station is Secunderabad, for city trains, MMTS....
- Pan bazarPan bazarPan bazar is a locality situated near 'James Street' Secunderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India. Pan bazar is a residential and commercial area in the heart of the city.-Economy:...
- Old Bhoiguda
- Kalasiguda
- Warasiguda
- MylargaddaMylargaddaMylargadda is a residential suburb of Secunderabad, India.It is predominantly a middle class neighbourhood and is half kilometer away from the Secunderabad Station.-Transport:Mylargadda is well connected by APSRTC buses to all parts of the city....
- ParsiguttaParsigutta'Parsigutta is an area in Hyderabad, capital city of Andhra Pradesh, India. It is famous for residential houses and temples. There is a hill which was built by Parsis...
- NamalagunduNamalagunduNamalagundu is a residential suburb of Secunderabad, India. It is mainly a middle class neighborhood and is only 1.5km from the Secunderabad Station.Its got its name by a Spiritual Rock which was said to get its name from Lord Kalyana Venkateswara.A temple of the Lord is also under construction...
External links
- Hyderabad-india.net, Hyderabad info
- hyderabad.org.uk, history of Secunderabad