Shivajinagara, previously known as Blackpally and Tasker Town, is a locality in

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, India located in the

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. It was named after the 17th century Maratha Emperor

Shivaji Shivaji I (Shivaji Shahaji Bhonsale, ; 19 February 1630 – 3 April 1680) was an Indian ruler and a member of the Bhonsle dynasty. Shivaji carved out his own independent kingdom from the Sultanate of Bijapur that formed the genesis of the ...

, since he spent his childhood days there.

Overview

It is reported that nearly half of Shivajinagar's residents are

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, as such during

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, visitors to the area gather to enjoy a wide array of culinary delights and cultural experiences. Large queues of visitors indulging in grill-charred

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, fried samosas, and large servings of falooda are seen. Families initiate their fast-breaking rituals with a spread of fresh

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, dates, and

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. The street fairs near Russell Market circle offer a rich variety of delicacies, including haleem,

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samosas, kebabs, and phirni, attracting a significant number of visitors from both the city and its peripheral areas who seek to partake in the festivities and savor the local flavors.

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