HaridwarHARIDWAR: Demystifying Haridwar with use of ICT

Haridwar, the paradise for nature lovers, presents a kaleidoscope of Indian culture and civilization. The word Haridwar or Hari-ka-dwar literally means Gateway to God. River Ganga, one of the major rivers of northern India, worshipped as a Goddess, runs through the district making Haridwar a favorite destination for tourists and pilgrims. The district is spread in an area of about 2360 sq. kms with a population of little above 19 lakhs (as per 2011 census). It is subdivided into three tehsils and six development blocks for administrative purposes.