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Belapur Fort

Belapur Fort is a fort near the township of Belapur in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. The fort was built by the Siddhis of Janjira. It was later conquered by the Portuguese, and then Marathas. In the early 19th century, the fort was captured by the British. After the British gained supremacy in the region, with the expansion of the Bombay Presidency, the strategic importance of the fort declined, and it fell into disuse. History Built by the Siddhi dynasty in the Navi Mumbai region, it is located atop a hillock, near the mouth of the Panvel Creek. In 1682, the fort was formerly annexed by the Portuguese, who had managed to defeat a revolt in the regions controlled by the Patkar family, the parganas "Cairena, Sabaio and Panchena", near Belapur (at that time known as Shabaz, Belaflor do Sabaio in Portuguese). In 1737, the Marathas, led by Chimaji Appa, wrested control of the fort from the Portuguese. He had made a vow that if it were to be successfully recaptured from the Portuguese, he would place a garland of beli leaves in a nearby Amruthaishwar temple, and after the victory the fort was christened as Belapur Fort. The Marathas ruled the area until 23 June 1817, when it was captured by Captain Charles Gray of the British East India Company. The British partially destroyed the fort under their policy of razing any Maratha stronghold in the area. During its active days, the fort stationed four companies each of 180 men, and 14 guns ranging from 4–12 pounds (2–5 kg) in weight. A tunnel is also supposed to exist, which many locals believe connects it to Gharapuri Island, the site of the Elephanta Caves. Restoration The fort comes under the jurisdiction of City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO). It lies in a dilapidated state. Plans are underway to renovate the fort which is in danger of being lost to encroachments. Residents have used the Right to Information Act to save the fort from dumping and debris. A pond in the vicinity that supplies water to the area is also in danger of being choked. There is no renovation or restoration as per the given reference as of January 2018. See also List of forts in Maharashtra References
K B Bhabha Hospital

Khurshitji Beharamji Bhabha Municipal General Hospital, commonly known as K. B. Bhabha Hospital or Bhabha Hospital, is a public general hospital in Bandra (West), Mumbai... K. B. Bhabha Municipal General Hospital, commonly known as Bhabha Hospital, is a public general hospital in Bandra (West), Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. It is operated by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). Established in 1914 and expanded over time, the hospital today has 436 beds and provides emergency and general specialty services to residents of Bandra and adjoining suburbs. History The hospital was named after Khurshitji Beharamji Bhabha following a land donation by his family to the Bandra municipality, becoming known as Khurshitji Beharamji Bhabha Municipal General Hospital—often abbreviated as K. B. Bhabha Hospital. K. B. Bhabha Hospital was taken over by the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) in 1950 with 44 beds. A paediatric ward was added in 1962, and the hospital expanded to 165 beds by 1967. A ten-storey tower building was completed in 1987, raising its capacity to 436 beds. Facilities The hospital provides general and specialty care including medicine, surgery, paediatrics, obstetrics and gynaecology, orthopaedics, dermatology, psychiatry, ENT, ophthalmology, and dentistry. Emergency services include 24/7 casualty, ambulance, mortuary, operating theatres, pharmacy, and blood bank. Diagnostic facilities comprise radiology (X-ray, ultrasonography), pathology laboratory, ECG, and CT scan. Maternal and child health services include antenatal and postnatal care, immunisation, and family planning programmes. Recent Expansion In January 2025, the hospital opened outpatient departments in a new 11-storey tower adjacent to the existing building. The new block is planned to host super-speciality departments such as nephrology and cardiothoracic surgery. Operational Challenges Despite expansion, the hospital faces staffing and infrastructure shortages. In 2023 the State Human Rights Commission noted that its blood bank did not operate round-the-clock, requiring relatives to source blood externally during emergencies. References
Bhatsa Dam

Bhatsa Dam, is an earthfill and gravity dam on Bhatsa river near Shahapur, Thane district in state of Maharashtra in India. Specifications The height of the dam above lowest foundation is 88.5 m (290 ft) while the length is 959 m (3,146 ft). The volume content is 18.25 km3 (4.38 cu mi) and gross storage capacity is .97615 km3 (0.23419 cu mi). Purpose Irrigation – Bhatsa dam has a right-bank canal and a left-bank canal for irrigation. However, only the right-bank canal is functional and flows through Bhiwandi Taluka. Water supply – Bhatsa dam is a major source of water for Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai and Thane Municipal Corporation. The water for both the municipal corporations is pumped from Pise Dam which is 50 km away from Bhatsa dam on Bhatsa river. Water for Khardi and 5 nearby villages is also pumped from the downstream side of the dam. Hydroelectric powerplant – It has a capacity of 15MW. See also List of dams and reservoirs in Maharashtra List of dams and reservoirs in India References
Bhausaheb Bandodkar Ground

Bhausaheb Bandodkar Ground (also known as Campal Grounds and Panjim Gymkhana Grounds) is a cricket ground in Panaji, Goa, India. The first recorded match held on the ground came in 1966 when Gujarat Governor's XI played Maharashtra Governor's XI. The first first-class to be played there came in the 1986/87 Ranji Trophy when Goa played Tamil Nadu. Between the 1986/87 season and the 2005/06 season, the ground held 26 first-class matches. The first List A match played there came when Goa played Kerala in the 1993/94 Ranji Trophy one-day competition. Fifteen further List A matches have been played on the ground, the last of which saw Andhra Pradesh play Hyderabad in the 2004/05 Ranji Trophy one-day competition. References External links Bhausaheb Bandodkar Ground at ESPNcricinfo Bhausaheb Bandodkar Ground at CricketArchive
Bhira Hydroelectric Project

The Bhira Hydroelectric Project is an electricity-generating complex in Bhira, Maharashtra state, India. It generates power using water from the nearby Mulshi Dam. Bhira lies approximately 150 km from Mumbai. Its construction was completed in 1927. Specifications The plant's maximum output capacity is nominally 300 MW, generated by six 25 MW Pelton turbines and a 150 MW pumped storage generator added in 1997. In 2014 two 10 kW microturbine units were added to generate further power from the tailrace after the main turbines. Awards In 2007, the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) awarded a Silver Shield to the Bhira facility's operators, Tata Power, as the second-best performing power station in the country. The plant received a further Silver Shield in the following year. Location Bhira's rural location makes it a leisure destination for Mumbai residents. Climate The following climate data is for Bhira village in which the plant is located. Bhira has a tropical monsoon climate (Am) with little to no rainfall from November to May and extremely heavy rainfall from June to September when it is affected by the Arabian Sea branch of the South-west monsoon with moderately heavy rainfall in October. References
ГЕС-ГАЕС Бхіра

ГЕС-ГАЕС Бхіра – гідроелектростанція в центральній частині Індії у штаті Махараштра. Знаходячись перед ГЕС Bhira Tail Race, становить верхній ступінь у гідровузлі, що використовує ресурс річки Мула, правої притоки Бхіми, яка своєю чергою є лівою притокою Крішни (впадає до Бенгальської затоки на східному узбережжі країни). Мула, хоча й належить до басейну Бенгальської затоки, проте починається неподалік протилежного, західного узбережжя Індії. Уздовж останнього тягнеться гірська система Західних Гатів, похилий східний схил яких зокрема дренується системою Крішни, а з західного стікають в Аравійське море численні короткі річки. В основу гідровузла Бхіра поклали ідею деривації ресурсу з басейну Крішни на протилежний бік зазначених гір, що дозволяло отримати великий напір завдяки стрімкому пониженню рельєфу в бік Аравійського моря. В межах проєкту Мулу перекрили мурованою греблею заввишки 49 метрів та завдовжки 1533 метри. За кілька років після сильного землетрусу 1993 року цю споруду підсилили 36 контрфорсами. Гребля утримує водосховище з об’ємом 563 млн м3 (корисний об’єм 523 млн м3) та припустимим коливанням рівня в операційному режимі між позначками 590 та 606 метрів НРМ. Зі сховища вода через споруджений під водорозділом тунель потрапляє у прокладені по західному схилу гір водоводи завдовжки 1,1 км (загальна довжина дериваційної траси складає 6,5 км). 1927 року машинний зал обладнали п’ятьма турбінами типу Пелтон потужністю по 18 МВт, до яких в 1952-му додали шосту з показником 22 МВт. До 1984-го всі гідроагрегати модернізували з доведенням потужності до 25 МВт. При напорі від 440 до 460 метрів вони забезпечують виробництво 1,2 млрд кВт-год електроенергії на рік. Відпрацьована вода через канал завдовжки 0,7 км прямує до водосховища греблі Bhira Pickup (використовується в роботі ГЕС Bhira Tail Race). Останнє створили на річці Кундаліка, яка впадає в Аравійське море за 50 км на південь від Мумбаї біля форта Korlai (одне з укріплень періоду португальської експансії в Індію у 16 сторіччі). У 1997 році комплекс доповнили другим машинним залом з функцією гідроакумуляції. Його розташували поряд з існуючим та обладнали однією оборотною турбіною типу Френсіс потужністю 150 МВт, яка працює при напорі від 476 до 495 метрів. При цьому верхній резервуар облаштували вище по гірському схилу, неподалік місця, де дериваційний тунель першої станції переходить у водоводи. Можливо відзначити, що гідровузол Бхіра не єдиний в Махараштрі, який використовує деривацію між басейнами Бенгальської затоки та Аравійського моря — за подібною схемою працюють й інші станції, наприклад, Койна, Khopoli, Бхівпурі. Примітки
Solapur Bhuikot Killa

The Solapur Bhuikot Killa (Fort) is one of the major tourist locations in Solapur, Maharashtra. The fort is an ancient Hindu fort located in Solapur and one of the ancient historical and religious places in Maharashtra. History Bhuikot fort is situated on the banks of Siddheshwar lake in the 12th century. The Bajirao Peshwa, Chhatrapati Pratap Singh Bhosale of Satara, stayed here for a month in 1818. According to the information received, Srikanth had built the fort of Solapur in 1719 for his wisdom. According to some, Mahmud Gawan built another fort around the fort built during the reign of Hindu kings and made the fort impregnable. Muhammad Gawan Bahmani was the Diwan of Sultan Mahmud Shah. The fort of Solapur, which witnessed many historical events, was the refuge of many dynasties. This is the record of 'Fort of Solapur' given as dowry in marriage. This record happened twice. Burhan Nizam Shah ascended the throne of Ahmednagar. (Bhuikot fort information in Marathi) while Bijapur was ruled by Ismail Adilshah. A cordial relationship was established between them. The marital relationship was created to strengthen this relationship. Adilshah's daughter Burhan was given to Nizamshah and the marriage ceremony was celebrated with great pomp. The marriage took place at Solapur fort. At that time, that is. In 1523, the fort was in the possession of Bijapur. Adilshah had announced to give the fort as dowry to Javaya but after marriage Adilshah refused to give the fort. This was followed by a war between Nizamshah and Adilshah. In this battle Jawai Nizam Shah was defeated.In 1552, it was given to Chandbibi Ali Adilshah, the second princess of Ahmednagar. Ali Adilshah's sister Hadiya Sultan was married to Mutarza Nizamshah. However, as accepted, Nizam Shah gave the fort to the Sultan of Bijapur as a dowry.After Bahmani, Adilshahi and Nizamshahi, Solapur fort came under Mughal rule. During Aurangzeb's reign most of his time was spent around the fort. Later this fort came under the control of Nizam of Hyderabad and later the Marathas. Architecture The fort has double fortification and has typical Bahmani era construction style. It has two gates, North gate and Mahakali gate, a Shani temple, a ruined Shiva temple with underground Shiva Linga and a Mahakaleshwar temple and a mosque with carved ceiling and several pillars inside it. Siddheshwar temple, Siddheshwar Lake and Hutatma Bagh are also present beside the fort. The fort is constructed on land hence it is called Bhuikot Killa. There is also a well, which is in octagonal in shape and a small pond inside it. The fort is now in ruins and is maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Gallery References
Bhuleshwar Temple

The Bhuleshwar Temple is a Hindu temple of Shiva, situated around 45 kilometres from Pune and 10 km from Pune-Solapur highway from Yawat in Maharashtra, India. The temple is situated on a hill and was built in the 8th century. There are classical carvings on the walls. It has been declared as a protected monument. The temple is also known for the folk-tale about it, when a bowl of sweet (pedhas) is offered to the Shiva Ling, one or more of the sweets disappear. The temple also has an idol of Ganesha in female attire. It is popular as Ganeshwari or Lambodari or Ganeshyani. Along with Ganesha, Shiv and kartikeyan female version available besides Ganesha. This temple is said to have been built in the 1200 century by King Krishnadevaraya.The temple figurines were attacked and disfigured by the Mughals. Location and construction According to the local Hindu beliefs the temple was built by the Pandava. Also, another temple of king Bharata is built at Bhartgaon near Bhuleshwar temple.The temple was restored (Jirnodhar in Marathi language) during the period of 1230 CE during Yadava Rulers. The fort on which the temple is situated is called the Daulatmangal fort, also at times referred to as Mangalgad. Black basalt (AA type) rock was brought to construct this temple which is different as compared to surrounding brownish color basalt which has high percentage of calcium (lime mortar). The fort was constructed in 1629 by Adilshahi general, Murar Jagdev Pandit who, in 1630, destroyed the then town of Pune.He then built the fort to keep a watch on the town. The composition of light here is an interesting phenomenon especially for artists and photographers. It is created by an aisle having ornamental scriptures on the surrounding walls of the Garbhagriha & Antarala on one side & Devkulikas-cells built for various other deities-on the other. There are many tourists who come to see these historical temples. Surroundings Many birds migrate here and to Narayanbet, which is fifteen kilometers from here, during summer. The spot is hence visited by many bird-watchers. There are many places to visit around Bhuleshwar Temple. Such as Chintamani Temple of Theur, Ramdara temple and Jejuri Temple. Gallery References
Bhusawal Thermal Power Station

The Bhusawal Thermal Power Station is situated 8 km away from Bhusawal city in Maharashtra's Jalgaon district. It's located in Deepnagar, which means City of Lights. This power plant runs on coal and is managed by Mahagenco. Plant Bhusawal thermal power station has an installed capacity of 1210 MW (Roughly enough to power 100,000,000 LED light bulbs, 900,000 homes, or 1 DeLorean). The first unit was commissioned in 1968. Mahagenco has further contracted BHEL for setting up of sixth unit of rated capacity 660 MW. Supply Coal-based thermal power stations consume large quantities of coal. For example, the Bhusawal Thermal Power Station consumed 2,400,000 tonnes of coal in 2006–07. Around 80 per cent of the domestic coal supplies in India are meant for coal based thermal power plants and coal transportation forms 42 per cent of the total freight earnings of Indian railways. References External links Bhusawal Thermal Power Station at SourceWatch
Birla Mandir, Shahad

Birla Mandir is a Hindu temple of Lord Vithoba in Shahad, Ulhasnagar taluka, Thane district, Maharashtra, India. It is famous for its scenery and architecture. Bollywood films like Suhaag (1979), Tere Naam, Prem Granth, Golmaal: Fun Unlimited (2006), etc. has filmed at the temple. It is located in the vicinity of the Century Rayon Company on the NH-61 (Kalyan-Nanded Rd) at West side of Kalyan. Architecture The temple is dedicated to Lord Pandurang and goddess Rukmani, popular deities in Maharashtra's varkari sampradaya. It is built by industrialist Birla family, they have built mandirs at many place dedicated to various Hindu gods. This temple is made up of stone and appears like an ancient temple, many idols have been carved on its interior and exterior walls, stone elephants are present at entrances. In popular culture Amitabh Bachchan and Shashi Kapoor starrer 1979 release Suhaag's "Ye yaar sun" song has filmed at the temple. How to get there Catch a train to Asangaon railway station(AN), Titwala railway station(TL) or Kasara railway station(N) from any station between Kalyan Junction railway station and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, and alight at Shahad railway station (Next to Kalyan Junction railway station). There are auto rickshaws available from Shahad (East) and Kalyan to Birla Mandir. Birla Mandir is very scenic & peaceful place which operates from 6:00 am to 9:00 pm. There is mini train for kids, in the adjacent Garden (Shivaji Udyan) which operates at 6:00 am to 11:30 am morning and 4:00 pm to 7:30 pm in evening. References External links Documentary Film on Birla Mandir by Makshi Infotech
Bombay Hospital

Bombay Hospital (BHMRC; Bombay Hospital and Medical Research Centre – Mumbai) is a private hospital in Mumbai, India. It was founded in 1950 by R. D. Birla. It has 500 beds, 110 of which are in the critical care and recovery area. It has 22 operating theatres, 3,200 full-time employees, 240 eminent consultants and 200 resident doctors. In the R D Birla International Cardiac Centre associated with Bombay Hospital, there are four dedicated operation theatres and two cath labs where 1,800 surgeries and 4,000 angiographies/angioplasties are conducted each year. The department of neurosurgery and neurology also has four dedicated operation theatres. The department of orthopaedics has four dedicated operation theatres. The departments include: Department of neurosurgery and neurology Department of orthopaedics Department of cancer Department of nephrology and urology Department of imaging with facilities for CT scan, MRI, and other facilities It is one of the oldest premiere private hospitals in Mumbai. References External links Official website
Bor Dam

Bor Dam, is an earthfill dam on Bor river near Bori in the Bor Wildlife Sanctuary, Seloo Tahsil, Wardha district in State of Maharashtra in India. Specifications The height of the dam above lowest foundation is 36.28 m (119.0 ft) while the length is 1,158 m (3,799 ft). The volume content is 0.002474 km3 (0.000594 cu mi) and gross storage capacity is 0.0138750 km3 (0.0033288 cu mi). Purpose Irrigation See also Dams in Maharashtra List of reservoirs and dams in India References
Bund Garden, Pune

Bandh Garden is located 2 km from the Pune Railway Station. The gardens are situated next to Fitzgerald Bridge and take their name from the bandh, or dam, on the Mula river. History These mini dams built by Jamsetjee Jejeebhoy, the Parsi businessman and philanthropist, served as a source of irrigation water for the under-privileged. The garden was opened in 1869 when the bridge was completed. It was planned by Colonel Sellon who was able to transform the waste space into a garden, known today as the "Mahatma Gandhi Udyan" a reference to the existing bridge that leads to the Gandhi National Memorial. References External links Bandh Garden, Pune (Map of India site)
C. H. M. College

Smt. Chandibai Himathmal Mansukhani College, also known as Smt. C.H.M. College of Arts, Science, Commerce and Management, is one of the largest colleges in Mumbai, India. The management belongs to the Hyderabad (Sind) National Collegiate Board. It has 03 UGC sponsored community outreach centers. The foundation stone of the college was installed on 1 January 1964 by Principal K.M. Kundnani, Rector and Secretary, H.S.N.C Board, Barrister Hotchand G. Advani, president of the Board, Late Shri Gangaram Himatmal Mansukhani. CHM college has more than 400 teaching and non-teaching staff members on its roll and more than 9500 students in six faculties. The college offers education to students at Junior, Undergraduate Degree and Post-Graduate levels. Campus The college is situated opposite the Ulhasnagar (forward to ambernath) railway station, in an area of 160 acres (650,000 m2). It has spacious classrooms and facilities including library, offices, staff common room, canteen, annex building, conference halls, computer laboratories, upgraded laboratories in the science, psychology and geography departments and well-developed sports grounds. It is almost equidistant (about 60 km) from Mumbai, Karjat and Kasara. This college offers conventional and professional courses. Sports It has an area of 19940 square feet, houses facilities for indoor games like Table tennis, Carrom, Chess, Gymnasium for workouts, Boxing, Weightlifting, and Judo. It has one playgrounds-one foreground . It has facilities for Handball, Volleyball, Basketball, Softball, Ball Badminton, Kabaddi, Kho Kho, Football and Athletics. See also List of Mumbai Colleges References External links Nostalgic Photo collection of CHM College
CBD Belapur railway station

CBD Belapur is a railway station on the Harbour Line of the Mumbai Suburban Railway network. It serves the Central Business District of Navi Mumbai. Around 50,000 people travel towards CSMT and 15,000 travel towards Panvel every day. Navi Mumbai Metro starts from Belapur terminal metro station which is built adjacent to the railway station. It has 4 Platforms. PF 1 is for trains going towards Panvel. PF 2 is for trains originating from here. PF 3 is trains Going to CSMT/Goregaon/Thane and PF 4 is for trains going towards Uran. When constructed it was the largest station complex in Navi Mumbai. It also has a provision for landing of helicopters on the deck. References External links Mankhurd - Belapur Railway project