Ichalkaranji
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Vidhan Sabha constituency Ichalkaranji | | |
Civic agency | Ichalkaranji Municipal Corporation |
Ichalkaranji (
History
Ichalkaranji was a
: पंचगंगा नदी). It was ruled by a Babasaheb Ghorpade family for two centuries until 1947. The dynasty of Maratha rulers of Ichalkaranji has its origin in the middle of the seventeenth century. At that time, a poor Brahmin widow, by the surname of Joshi, from the coastal Konkan village of Mhapan, nearVenkatrao, the son of Naro Mahadeo married Anubai, the youngest daughter of
As described by Horace George Franks in the book The Story of Ichalkaranji (1929), there were ups and downs. But the women of the House of Ichalkaranji rulers were always ready to defend and also advance the interests of Ichalkaranji with as much courage and shrewdness as the men. An outstanding example of this is Anubai, the wife of Venkatrao.
Narayanrao Babasaheb was the eighth ruler. He ascended the seat in the year 1892. His rule was marked with progressive measures in all departments of the administration. As a young man, he had a very well-rounded and advanced education, making it a point to select those subjects that would be of special benefit in administrative affairs. In addition, he had traveled far and wide, visiting Java, the Malay Peninsula, Ceylon (Sri Lanka), and Burma. He had also visited England and the Continent three times. He took a keen interest in the cultural as well as material and social welfare of his people. He patronized the study of art and Indian classical music, from basic to advanced stages, and also offered prizes in the art exhibitions at Pune and Mumbai. He established scholarships in several art colleges in Maharashtra and for students going abroad for their professional education. Shrimant Narayanrao Babasaheb was a patron of culture and an enlightened ruler.[1]
Narayanrao Babasaheb Ghorpade was responsible for developing the Ichalkaranji City into an industrial town.
Geography and climate
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Ichalkaranji is located at 16°42′N 74°28′E / 16.7°N 74.47°E.[3] It has an average elevation of 538 metres (1768 ft).
Ichalkaranji (Hatkanangale T.; 16° 40' N; 74° 25' E; p. 27,423; an 8.7 square miles), lies in the Panchganga valley about eighteen miles (29 km) east of Kolhapur and half a mile north of the river. It is six miles (10 km) south-east of Hatkanangale railway station. The town is formed of seven hamlets.
City Summary | Numbers |
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City Area | 29.84 km2 |
Total Length of roads in City | 421.78 K.M. |
Number of IMC Gardens | 5 |
Number of IMC Cultural Centers | 7 |
Air conditioned Drama Theatre | 2 |
Number of IMC Vegetable Markets | 3 |
Post Offices | 5 |
Telephone Exchange | 4 |
Police station | 3 |
Electrical Sub Station | 5 |
Total Hospitals in IMC area | 197 |
Blood Banks | 3 |
Number of IMC Swmming Pool | 2 |
Sports Stadium | 2 |
Wrestling ground with Stadium | 1 |
IMC Yoga and Gymnasium Center | 1 |
Number of IMC Bio-Medical West Centers | 3 |
Number of IMC Slaughter House | 1 |
Number of IMC Water storage reservoirs | 9 |
Number of IMC water treatment plant | 2 |
Total Number of IMC Buildings | 75 |
Cinema Hall | 16 |
Marriage Hall | 35 |
Total numbers of Spinning Mills | 11 |
Total number of Yarn Sizing Units | 150 |
Number of High-Schools | 57 |
International Schools | 3 |
Number of Colleges | 13 |
Engineering College | 3 |
Civic administration
The civic administration of the city is managed by the Ichalkaranji Municipal Corporation, as per government GR dated on 5 May 2022, which was established as a municipal council in 1904. The municipality oversees the engineering works, health, sanitation, water supply, administration and taxation in the city. It is headed by a Municipal President who is assisted by the municipal chief officer and council members. The city is divided into 65 wards and the council members (also known as councilors) are elected by the citizens of Ichalkaranji every five years. The citizens directly elect the Municipal President. The growth and expansion of the city are managed by the Ichalkaranji Municipal Council which is headed by a municipal chief officer. Its activities include developing new layouts and roads, town planning and land acquisition. The electrical supply to the city is managed by the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MAHADISCOM).
The citizens of Ichalkaranji elect one representative to the
Politics in the city are dominated by three political parties: the Indian National Congress (INC), the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and the Nationalist Congress Party. City is on the brink of public health and environmental emergency, requiring immediate remedial action.[4]
Demographics
As per provisional reports of Census India, population of Ichalkaranji in 2011 is 287,570; of which male and female are 149,691 and 137,879 respectively. Although Ichalkaranji city has population of 287,570; its urban / metropolitan population is 325,709 of which 169,870 are males and 155,839 are females. Ichalkaranji has an average
The city's population as shown above is excludes newly developed industrial and residential areas, villages that have been annexed by Ichalkaranji (known as part of the city) but having gram panchayat such as .
Business and economy
Considering the ₹ 150 billion sale of the textile products and nominal 20% net profit and 257,572 Population of the city,
]Industry
Approximately 40% of new
Ichalkaranji is one of the fastest-growing industrial areas in
Textile industry
Ichalkaranji, popular as the 'Manchester of Maharashtra', has about 25 spinning units with about 1.25 lakh power looms, 20,000 semi-automatic looms and 9,000 shuttle-less looms to run till December 2018, with a daily turnover of nearly ₹10 billion (US$130 million).[8] apart from numerous power and hand processing houses. The town produces one crore meter of yarn every day that translates into a business of Rs 45 crore a day. Of the total production, 15 percent is directly exported while another 40 percent is for indirect export after processing. According to locals, over 50,000 weavers depend on their livelihood working in the power looms in town.
The weaver community was overwhelmed by the mention of Ichalkaranji in the Finance Minister's speech and welcomed the cluster which, they say, will help them fare better in the global market.
Before 1980 Ichalkaranji was known for cotton
The presence of a qualified workforce and the level of technical know-how and easy accessibility to finest weavers of Ichalkaranji for outsourcing and over all good social ambiance were among the factors that influenced Italian textile major Tessitura Monti,[10] Turkish textile maker 'Soktas', Bombay Rayon Fashions Ltd (BRFL),[11] Raymond Zambaiti Ltd (A joint venture of Raymond's Ltd and internationally renowned Cotonificio Honegger S.P.A., part of Gruppo Zambaiti),[12] German Menswear brands Liebe, Boys R Bad and Looty[13] etc. while planning investment near Ichalkaranji city.
Spinning
In 1962 the Deccan Co-operative
Sizing
Yarn sizing is a preparatory process before the weaving. This process gives strength to yarn. The city has approximately 175 sizing units,
working 24 hours a day, 6 days a week.
Engineering industry
Tata Nano small car is very similar to Meera, a small car developed in 1970 by Shankarrao Kulkarni of Ichalkaranji.
The city's economy. driven by the engineering goods manufacturing industry (which has been around since the 1950s). Several automotive component manufacturers have the plant's in or around the city, who are vendors for companies such as: Maruti Udyog Ltd, Honda Motorcycle, Bajaj Auto, TVS Suzuki, Kehin Fie, Tata Motors, Kirloskar Brothers Limited, Mahindra & Mahindra, MICO. Emmel Vheelers has a manufacturing unit of hybrid three-wheeler, e-motorcycle,[17] high-power scooters, and electric scooters in Ichalkaranji.[18]
Agriculture
The city is surrounded by five
People and culture
Ichalkaranji is also well known for its cultural activities and has a rich cultural heritage. People from different parts of India live in Ichalkaranji and celebrates their cultural festivals peacefully. Almost all festivals in different religions are celebrated in Ichalkaranj especially Diwali, Ganesh Chaturthi, Holi, and Dasera are the attractions. Also, about 15% population being migrated from Bikaner, Nagour Rajasthan, all the major festivals of Rajasthan like Gan Gour, Teej, Holi are celebrated here with great joy. Other festivals like Ramnavami, Mahesh Navami are celebrated with the large participation of all the communities.
Ichalkaranji is also a home of pandit
In 1974 the city of Ichalkaranji proudly hosted Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan, the conference for literary discussions by Marathi writers. President of this Sahitya Sammelan was Mr.Purushottam Laxman Deshpande. Popularly known by his initials पु. ल. ("Pu. La.") a legendary writer and film and stage actor, music composer, harmonium player, singer, and orator.
The city also is a home for The
Medical Association of Ichalkaranji is a local Medico-Social service organization of qualified and duly registered medical practitioners of all systems of medicines practicing in Ichalkaranji and the outskirts of Ichalkaranji. The main aim of this association is to make available medical treatment either free or at minimum cost by establishing charitable institutes like T.B. Clinic, T.B. Sanitorium, General Hospital, Alliance Hospital, Adhar Kendra and to organize and develop all socio-medical activities and face local problems unitedly. So the Medical Association of Ichalkaranji came into existence in 1975.[22] Activities of association includes, Free Counselling for underprivileged s, Elisa Testing for HIV in concessional rate, Symptomatic Treatment for opportunistic infections, Free Ante-natal ARV treatment to HIV+ve mothers and child, Free T.B. treatment to HIV +ve patients, Free Nirodh (condoms) supply and Social Awareness.
Seva Bharati is also one of the NGOs of the city, established in 1990 the organization works as a project-based NGO. In the year 1989, the birth centenary year of late Hon’ble K. B. Hedgewar, the founder of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, the idea transpired that some work, related to the service of the underprivileged people should be initiated in the city of Ichalkaranji. This is the inspiration of Seva Bharati, Ichalkaranji and from 1990 Organisation is working in the field of health, education, and related dimensions for the last 20 years. Seva Bharati has been able to spread its SEVA initiatives (service) in Ichalkaranji city itself and surrounding 12 villages, two of which are from Karnataka state.
Activities of Seva Bharati are Dr. Hedgewar Mobile clinic visiting nearby 12 villages, twice a week, treating @ 25000 patients every year. Pathological lab, established in 1993, serving for @ 5000 beneficiaries annually at nominal rates. OPD registering @ 6000 patients per year. Polyclinic having 8 specialist doctors on its panel, each one offering service of checkup and advice once in a week for needy patients. Daycare indoor unit 24-hour ambulance service at subsidized rates. Blood donation camps. Free health camps. Nutritious food for the malnourished children in Lalnagar slum of Ichalkaranji city. Free Child health checkup camps. Rescue and relief work for the victims of earthquakes in
International clubs such as
Cuisine
Numerous cafes are also spread throughout the city and dine-in options are available at many restaurants. Various Gharghuti Bhojanalya serve typical home-cooked Non-veg Marathi cuisine and street food options are available near the Sunder bag (garden). Usually Poha, sheera, Misal Pav, & upma is the preferred breakfast.[citation needed]
Infrastructure
The city has a water supply network in existence since 1873.
- Indira Gandhi Memorial hospital: It is a 300-bed hospital with 4 AC operation theaters. The built-up area on ground floor and first floor each 40,000 sq ft (3,700 m2).
- Drama Theater: Shrimant Narayanrao Babasaheb Ghorpade Natyagrah. It is the unique theater in western Maharashtra. Seating capacity for 1200 persons. Fully air-conditioned theater. This is the only air-conditioned theater in south-west Maharashtra.[citation needed]It can be compared with the "Kalidas Theatre" in Nashik. The plans where prepared by Kirloskar consultants, Pune. The plot area is about 19,129 m.
- Rajaram Stadium : Work Started – 31 January 1987 – Work completed – 7 August 2002, Cost Rs.35,000,000 The cricket ground having a radius of 70 meters. The plans are prepared by Pratap Achalkar, a well-known Architect and Ranaji Player. Ranji Trophy matches are played on this ground. The total plot area is about 25436 sqm that with the capacity of Auditorium is 20,000
- Olympic Size Swimming pool: Work Started – 16 August 1992 – Work Completed – 23 December 1998, Cost – Rs.16,164,017, To encourage the city's swimmers Municipal Council has constructed an Olympic-size swimming pool. State-level swimming Tournaments are held[24] every year. Maintenance of this Swimming pool is done properly by the municipal authority.
Textile Development Cluster : To enhance and improve the infrastructure facilities of the city, Municipal Council along with Ichalkaranji Co-operative Industrial Estate, Laxmi Co-operative Industrial Estate, Parvati Industrial Estate, and DKTE Textile and Engineering Institute have jointly come together and formed a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) company viz. "Ichalkaranji Textile Development Cluster Limited (ITDC). The individual members will contribute to the extent of about 50% of the project cost and the balance amount would come in from the grant in aid from the Department of Industrial Promotion and Policy, Government of India, under the Industrial Infrastructure up-gradation Scheme (IIUS).
'SPV BACKGROUND'
Ichalkaranji Textile Development Cluster (ITDC), a company, incorporated under the Companies Act, 1956, is a Special Purpose Vehicle promoted by Ichalkaranji to undertake infrastructure development projects under the IIUS. The main objects of the SPV company are:
- To form a Textile Cluster, a local agglomeration of small, medium and large textile and ancillary enterprises, which are engaged in production, marketing range of related and complementary products and services
- To provide adequate water supply, roads, drainage system, power facilities, common infrastructure facilities such as Waste processing plant for Textile Industries.[25]
- To develop markets, raw material bank, common processing center, industrial training center, common facility center, communication center, etc.
- To provide facilities for quality improvement, common testing facilities, research and development
- To provide fire-fighting facilities, common effluent treatment plant and to promote and develop critical infrastructure facilities for the textile trade, commerce, and industry
Education and research
Ichalkaranji has around 100 High-Schools with 3 international schools, around 20 colleges offering degree-level education in Arts, science, and commerce fields, 3 engineering colleges, 1 technical education institute and 1 research institute in engineering. Most of the schools and colleges are private and public or "municipal schools" (run by the local municipal council). The schooling system mainly offers
Some of them are :
- Anantrao Bhide Vidya Mandir
- Antar Bharati Vidyalaya
- Chate Institute
- D.K.T.E. English Medium High School
- D.K.T.E.Marathi Medium High School
- DKTE Society's International School
- D.K.T.E.S.'s Textile and Engineering Institute
- Dattajirao Kadam Arts, Science, and Commerce college
- Deshbhakt Babasaheb Khanjire Private Industrial Training Institute
- Govindrao high school and junior college
- Ichalkaranji Highschool
- Manere Highschool and Jr. College
- Kabnoor highschool and junior college
- MAI Bal Vidya Mandir
- Kishor Career Point (KCP)
- Saraswati High school
- Shahu High school
- Shraddha Institute of Career Development
- Shri Gangamai Vidya Mandir
- St. Alphonsa School
- The Modern High School
- Vyankateshwara English School
- Vyankatrao High School
Engineering research
FIE Research Institute – An advanced stage Research Institute formed to assist the activities of FIE and the surrounding engineering goods manufacturing industry in 1979.[27]
- Approved by Govt. of India's Department for Scientific and Industrial Research,[28] as An autonomous R & D Unit.
- Accredited by National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL),[29] in an accordance with ISO/IEC 17025.
Medical research
Research on non-
- The Silver Jubilee Congress of Medical Women's International Association, held in Sydney, Australia, in April 2001
- South Korea (Asia Pacific Menopause Federation Meet)
Media and communication
Mahasatta is the local newspaper of the city, while other Marathi language newspapers such as
Star Maajha, Zee Marathi, Doordarshan Sahyadri, ETV Marathi, and Me Marathi are popular television channels. English and Hindi entertainment and news channels are watched as well. Ichalkaranji has had FM Radio services running for the last few years. Though Radio Tomato (Pudhari Publications). 94.3 MHz, Radio Mirchi (98.3 MHz) tops the popularity rating along with All India Radio FM (102.7 MHz).
Transport
Ichalkaranji is well connected by the neighboring cities and national highways by road.
Nearest railway stations
- Hatkanangale – 6 km
- Sangli railway station – 28 km
- Rukadi – 12 km
- Valivade – 18 km
- jaysingpur – 15 km
Nearest airport
- Kolhapur – 30 km (Maharashtra)
- Belgaon – 110 km (Karnataka)
- Pune – 250 km (Maharashtra)
- Mumbai – 389 km (Maharashtra)
- Aurangabad− 400 km(Maharashtra)
Notable people
- Kallappa Awade, an Indian politician, elected to the Lok Sabha, from Ichalkaranji in Maharashtra as a member of the Indian National Congress.
- Jaywantrao Awale, Ex-Minister of Social Justice of Maharashtra state and member of the 15th Lok Sabha, representing Latur constituency, for the Indian National Congress party.
- Jayesh Bugad, international speed skater.
- Balakrishnabuwa Ichalkaranjikar. Indian vocalist of Khayal-genre of Hindustani classical music
- Vikas Kharage, IAS, a very competent and versatile Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of Maharashtra Cadre of 1994 batch. He is native from Ichalkaranji and a popular administrator. Currently posted as Principal Secretary to Hon. Chief Minister of Maharashtra.
- Subhash Khot, mathematician, theoretical computer scientist and Julius Silver Professor of Computer Science in the Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences at New York University.
- Padma Shri awardin 1985 for his social work.
See also
- Ichalkaranji (Lok Sabha constituency)
- List of Maratha dynasties and states
- List of princely states of British India (by region)
- Maratha Empire
- Textile industry
- Mughal Empire
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External links
- Cotton Times
- Kolhapur.gov.in/Economy Kolhapur Economy – Government of India