The Saga of Chandrapur
Category
World & Indian Cities
Era / Tenure
Historic Legacy
Leaderboard Rank
#13 in World & Indian Cities
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ORIGINS & BACKGROUND
Profile & Early Foundations
Chandrapur (earlier known as Chanda, the official name until 1964) is a city and a municipal corporation in Chandrapur district, Maharashtra state, India.
THE JOURNEY & BREAKTHROUGHS
Major Works & Significant Milestones
It is the district headquarters of Chandrapur district.
Key Milestone & Career Defining Moment
Chandrapur is a fort city founded by Khandkya Ballal Shah, a Gond king of the 13th century.