DholpurDholpur: ICT Shines on the Eastern Gateway of Rajasthan

Vivek Verma

Dholpur: ICT Shines on the Eastern Gateway of Rajasthan

Situated in the eastern part of Rajasthan bordering Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, Dholpur earlier called Dhavalpur, was carved out of Bharatpur in 1982. It is famous for its sandstone and ravines which are part of Chambal legacy. The famous Dholpur House (UPSC HQ), President House and many other buildings have been built using Dholpur stone. It is well connected by roads and railways, Mumbai - Delhi line and NH 3 passes through the district headquarter.

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