|
|
 |
| |
 |
Uttarpara - a small town on the banks of river Hooghly - is an outstanding
place for many reasons |
|
|
|
For, this narrow stretch of 2-Km land has witnessed so
many historical events, initiated such path breaking
liberal movements in 19th century Bengal, touched lives
of such an astounding array of luminaries and pioneered
so many social transformations - that far outstrips its
size or significance accorded in contemporary history. |
|
|
|
A fair and un-biased compilation of its golden past and vibrant present is
essential for anyone interested in development of Bengal and its culture.
|
| |
|
-Major part of the content is based on memoirs, family history, municipal records, legal proceedings and recollection of the elderly - not available in usual sources and history books. |
|
|
|
|
|
 |
|
Uttarpara is full of Kings and Zaminders - who built majestic buildings, splendid example of Ninetenth century architecture . 
One of the oldest municipalities in Bengal - set up in 1853 