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Bakeries in Udaipur

5 bakeries in Udaipur to satiate your sweet tooth cravings

Winter is about to hit the city of lakes. We’ve all started feeling those cold waves sending a shiver through our spine. It’s about time we take our sweatshirts and cardigans out. It’s also that time when we cannot resist eating sweets, be it that Halwa or Ras malai at wedding functions or those late night trips for Doodh Jalebi. Whatever it may be, winter provides us with an excuse to soothe our sweet tooth cravings. So here we are, with the list of the top 5 bakeries and patisseries in town that are sure to give you a sugar rush. Make sure you try each of them out! (And don’t worry, all the bakeries listed here serve eggless products, so you don’t have to control your hunger pangs next time you see one of them on the table!)

1. LE CAKERY BAKERY AND CAFE

5 bakeries in Udaipur to satiate your sweet tooth cravings

Opened in 2011 by Mr. Yash Bhatnagar, this bakery comes at the heart of every person. Situated in the center of the city offering some of the best cheesecakes in town, this bakery has made its way into every house. Their specialties include chocolate truffle pastry, macarons, tarts, and mousses. Our personal favorite had to be the caramel walnut pie and the blueberry cheesecake. The subtle flavors combined with the perfect ambiance makes for a great place. They have come up with two new varieties of cakes this festive season, namely, the Pistachio Velvet and the Orange Velvet cake. You can also give their home-made bread a try ranging from whole wheat and 8-grain (multigrain) to their focaccia and garlic bread. They even have a café serving amazing Risotto, Pasta, and Pizzas!

5 bakeries in Udaipur to satiate your sweet tooth cravings

Where – 73, Chetak Circle, Udaipur

Timing – 9.30 am – 9.30 pm

Home Delivery – Available

2. THE BAKE AFFAIR

5 bakeries in Udaipur to satiate your sweet tooth cravings

‘Fresh Eggless Yummy’ is what the card reads and that’s exactly how their products are once they enter your mouth. That dense, creamy and mellow flavor you always wished for? All of it fits just perfectly to give your taste buds a tickle. Started in July 2015 by Mrs. Meenal Khamesra Agarwal, Bake Affair is a home-based bakery that serves appetizing cakes and pastries on an order basis. They specialize in puddings and cheesecake (Oreo cheesecake and red velvet cake are to die for!) and for this festive season, they’ve got Dry Fruit coated chocolates, dessert jars, and customized hampers to gift to your special ones. They also make customized and theme cakes along with red velvet and loaf cakes. Order 24 hours in advance because as they say, ‘Delicious things don’t come easy!’ or at least what foodies might say.

5 bakeries in Udaipur to satiate your sweet tooth cravings

Where – ‘Savitrikunj’, A-25, Alkapuri, Near Hotel Lakend, Udaipur

Timing – 10 am – 8 pm

Home Delivery – Available

3. SIMPLY SWEET

5 bakeries in Udaipur to satiate your sweet tooth cravings

‘Do what you love and love what you do’ is exactly what Mrs. Diya Trivedi did. What started off as an inclination has finally begun to pay off with the bakery becoming much talked about in town. Calm ambiance with beautiful graffitis on one side makes for a great place to sip on a cup of coffee and desserts. Their bestsellers include, Nutella brownie, tarts, cake pops, and recent additions of the very trending Spiral Potato and Garlic Toast make for a wholesome package. Diya is one of the first home bakers in town providing customized cupcakes and cakes. For the festive season, they’ve come up with Gulab Jamun cupcakes and Cheese fruit tarts. We’re sure you’ll be tempted by her baking skills once you give the place a try.

5 bakeries in Udaipur to satiate your sweet tooth cravings

Where – 168 C, New Fatehpura, Near Baskin Robbins, Sukhadia Circle, Udaipur

Timing – 11 am – 12 midnight

Home Delivery – Available

4. ZOE’S CAKE STUDIO

5 bakeries in Udaipur to satiate your sweet tooth cravings

Mrs. Ankita Singhal is yet another amazingly talented home baker trained in eggless French entremets, Fondant cakes, Royal icing and Wedding cakes. She is one gem of a person and has been into baking for 6 years now. She has recently moved to Udaipur and started Zoe’s on an order basis in 2015. They also serve deconstructed desserts and cakes at Vantage by Panna Vilas, a rooftop restaurant by Hotel Viaan. Ankita tells us, cakes will soon be available to order from the latter. Her bestsellers include Gulab Jamun cheesecakes, Rabri Mousse and Almond Dredges. They’ve got flavored cashews, hazelnut date chocolates and dessert jars set up especially for this festive season. Order at least 24-36 hours in advance to get your mouth watering delicacy ready.

5 bakeries in Udaipur to satiate your sweet tooth cravings

5. CELEBRATION BAKERY

5 bakeries in Udaipur to satiate your sweet tooth cravings

Talk about bakeries and any list would be surely incomplete without this one here. They’ve been around for about 17 years now and need no introduction whatsoever to describe their products. Specialising in Dark Chocolate cakes and cookies, they are the first choice of every person in town. Mr. Ritesh Jain is the owner and has got everything you are looking for. They even have a fast food counter serving hot dogs, footlongs, burgers, etc. They’ve got customized cookie hampers made for the festive season and have come up with Natural Ice cream cakes that are selling like hot cakes in the city. Drop over anytime with your order and they cater to it within minutes.

5 bakeries in Udaipur to satiate your sweet tooth cravings

Where – Surajpole and Sector-4 (outlets), Shop no. 4/5 Fatehpura Circle (Main Branch), Udaipur

Timing – 8 am – 10 pm

Home Delivery – Available

6. 15 AD BAKERY

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Walking into 15 AD Bakery is more than just a visit; it’s an experience. The aroma of freshly baked bread, the sight of golden pastries, and the warmth of our cozy atmosphere invite you to indulge in something special. With a focus on customer satisfaction, we strive to make each visit memorable, offering a variety of baked goods that cater to every taste and preference.

Where – Saheli Marg, UIT Circle, Udaipur

Timing – 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM.

Home Delivery – Available.

7. AOSA BAKEHOUSE AND ROASTARY

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Inside the AOSA bakehouse, one can witness the ancient craft of baking amidst modernizing circumstances. Freshly prepared every morning is a new menu of hand-made breads, pastries, and desserts. With finesse and passion, everything from the crust of the sour dough loaf to delicate pastry with a filling of unique flavor is dealt with rigor while using only the best of ingredients sourced locally. Whether as a morning muffin or as a freshly baked loaf to be enjoyed at home, every nibble is a celebration of flavors and craftsmanship.

8. RAJASTHAN BAKERY

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At Rajasthan Bakery, there is a carry forward of the rich culinary with a modern touch. Our bakery brings together the flavors of the region with contemporary baking techniques to create a unique selection of treats. From traditional Rajasthani sweets and cookies to freshly baked breads, cakes, and pastries, every item reflects dedication to quality and authenticity. Step into Rajasthan Bakery and experience a delightful blend of regional heritage and modern taste, crafted with love and care.

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1993-2015 तक संघर्ष उदयपुर के साथ, झील प्राधिकरण जयपुर में क्यों?

jheel pradhikaran in jaipur not udaipur

पूरी दुनिया में मशहूर उदयपुर नगर झीलों के लिए सुप्रसिद्ध शहर हैं। यहाँ कई सारी झीलें स्थित हैं, इसलिए इसे झीलों की नगरी भी कहा जाता है। यहां पर फतेहसागर, पिछोला, स्वरुपसागर, कुमहारी तालाब, दूधतलाई, गोवर्धन सागर, रंगसागर, उदयसागर, रूपसागर, बड़ी, जयसमन्द, राजसमंद जैसी आदि झीलें हैं जिनके आस-पास ही पूरा नगर बसा हैं। ये झीलें कई शताब्दियों से उदयपुर की जीवनरेखा हैं, जो एक-दूसरें से जुड़ी हुई हैं।

अगर किसी प्रदेश में इतनी सारी झीले हैं, तो उसके संरक्षण व विकास के लिए प्राधिकरण भी होना जरुरी है। उदयपुर संभाग में प्रदेश की सबसे ज्यादा 35 झील-जलाशय है। 1993-1994 में करीब 29 साल पहले उदयपुर से ही झील संरक्षण और प्राधिकरण की मांग उठी थी जिसकी स्थापना भी उदयपुर में ही होनी थी और ड्राफ्ट भी माँगा गया था। 1996 में प्रदेश सरकार की एडमिनिस्ट्रेटिव एंड रिफार्म कमिटी ने इस ड्राफ्ट को स्वीकार किया, लेकिन प्राधिकरण की स्थापना नहीं हुई।  हालाँकि यह मामला हाई कोर्ट तक भी पहुंचा और 2007 में झील विकास के प्राधिकरण की स्थापना के निर्देश भी दिए। इसकी लम्बी लड़ाई के बाद 2015 में राजस्थान झील विकास प्राधिकरण अस्तित्व में आया लेकिन इसका मुख्यालय तो जयपुर में खोल दिया जबकि जयपुर संभाग में तो केवल 8 झीले-जलाशय ही हैं। हालाँकि इस प्राधिकरण के अधिनियम के ड्राफ्ट में साफ़-साफ़ उल्लेख है कि मुख्यालय किसी और जिले में भी खोला जा सकता है। 

उदयपुर से जयपुर की सड़क मार्ग दूरी करीब 400 किमी है।

उदयपुर से जयपुर की सड़क मार्ग दूरी करीब 400 किमी हैं। ऐसे में प्राधिकरण जयपुर होने की वजह से उदयपुर की झीलों पर इनकी नजऱ नहीं रहेगी। गन्दगी-बदहाली, मलिनता, दुर्गंंध, अतिक्रमण, अवैध गतिविधि और अवैध निर्माण से दम तोड़ रहे और ख़राब दुर्दशा का यही बड़ा कारण है इन पर प्राधिकरण बने तो इस पर काफी हद तक अंकुश लग जाएगा। उदयपुर में जलाशयों के प्राधिकरण व संरक्षण-संवर्धन का काम कलेक्टर के हाथों में हैं पर कलेक्टर के पास अन्य गतिविधियां होने की वजह से उनका उतना फोकस नहीं है जितना होना चाहिए।

प्रमुख 85 झीलों के जलाशय कुछ इस प्रकार है- 

  • उदयपुर-35
  • कोटा-14
  • अजमेर-12 
  • जयपुर-8 
  • भरतपुर-6 
  • जोधपुर-6
  • बीकानेर-4  

उदयपुर में क्यों होना चाहिए प्राधिकरण ?

प्रदेश के सातो संभाग में कुल 85 प्रमुख झीले-जलाशय हैं। इनमे से सबसे ज्यादा 41 प्रतिशत झीले उदयपुर संभाग में है बाकि 59 प्रतिशत प्रदेश के 6 संभागो में है। अधिकतर बड़े-बड़े बांध भी उदयपुर में है और बन भी रहे हैं। सबसे ज्यादा जरुरत भी यही है क्योंकि यहाँ का पानी जोधपुर और जयपुर तक पहुंचने की तैयारी में है, इसका मतलब राजस्थान के आधे से ज्यादा आबादी को पानी उदयपुर संभाग ही पहुंचाता है। ज्यादा झीले है तो उसकी रखरखाव की भी जरुरत ज्यादा ही होती है।  उदयपुर से जयपुर की दुरी करीब 400 किमी की है, अगर कुछ शिकायत है तो इसकी शिकायत लेकर जयपुर जाना मुश्किल है और ना ही इस प्राधिकरण के मुखिया झील जलाशयों की दुर्दशा देखने इतने दूर से आते है। 

 

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Condé Nast Reader Travel Awards 2021 List Is Out & Udaipur Has Made It To The Significant Top

The year 2021 has been a year full of ups & downs. Well, for Udaipur we can say mostly up! Because with all the recognition & awards coming, we’ve bagged a bunch of new titles and are going to end this year on a happy note.

Condé Nast Reader Travel Awards 2021 list is out & Udaipur has made it to the significant top, worldwide. In the list, the awards were issued in 24 different categories including states, cities, palaces, hotels, airports, airlines and more. And apparently, the cities of Rajasthan made it to the winner or runner up in 8 different categories in which Udaipur, Jaipur & Jodhpur made their places in the top.

Some good news for Rajasthan!

According to Condé Nast Traveler Magazine India, Rajasthan is considered to be the most favorite state in the country for road trips and that is even more than Himachal Pradesh. Now wait, there’s more for our state. Again, according to the magazine, Rajasthan has been considered as the second most favorite state of the country for holiday destinations. Bombs of merriment, all over the place!

Categories where Udaipur, Jaipur & Jodhpur did wonders

Favorite Hotel for Weddings in India: Hotel Leela Palace, Udaipur bagged the place of number one in this category. On the other hand, Rambagh Palace, Jaipur was placed second in line. In this category, both the hotels in the top-2 are from Rajasthan and Rajasthan is already people’s favorite place for Royal and Destination Wedding. Literally, who missed the wedding of the year, #vikat wedding.

Favorite Indian Leisure Hotel: Being on the bank of lakes of Udaipur, the Leela Palace is on the second rank in this category. Tourists from all over the country have considered the Leela Palace as the favorite hotel for a leisure holiday.

Favorite Spa in Indian Hotel: The Leela Palace in Udaipur has been considered as the best spa hotel in the country. And now you know your new spa destination.

Favorite Home Stay in India: Premkunj of Udaipur has been voted as the second-best homestay in the country. Situated amidst the striking and calm Aravalis, the place offers a majestic view and long-lost solace with perks like bird watching.

Favorite Indian Heritage Hotel: Umaid Bhawan Palace Hotel in Jodhpur has been voted as the most preferred heritage hotel in the country. Who would not vote for this; remember the famous & extravagant Priyanka Chopra & Nick Jonas’s grand wedding?

Favorite Indian Boutique Hotel: Samod Haveli, Jaipur has been ranked second in this category.

What better way to end the year than on such good notes, right? We’re not greedy but where’s the harm to letting more awards come our way!

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Rajasthani Folk Music Instruments You Should Know About

We live in a world full of music. A chirping bird, a whistling wind, a drop of rain, or a huss of grass, everything has an instrumental touch to it. And when we talk about music and instruments, we have to land on the cultural capital, Rajasthan. 

With the enormous and diversified heritage and culture Rajasthan has provided, one can never forget the contribution of the state in folk music and instruments. We as a generation may not be aware of the instruments that were popular and originated from our enriching state. 

It’s time to dive right into the melodious history and know about strings and strands. 

RAVANHATHA

Ravanhatha is a bow and string instrument, usually made by the player itself. It is an important folk music instrument of Rajasthan made up of bamboo, coconut shell and is covered with a goat membrane and the strings are made up of horsehair. Ravanhatta players are called ‘Bhopas’. They belong to the Nayak, Bhil or Thori castes. It is also known as the ancestor of the violin. 

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MORCHANG

Morchang, also known as morsing, is another very popular Rajasthani folk music instrument. To play this wind percussion instrument, the player has to hold it firmly in his hands and between the teeth and strike the metal tongue of the instrument with a free hand. The movement of the player’s tongue, blowing and sucking of air through the instrument produces different sounds. People who play Morchang are known as morsingists.

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KAMAICHA

One of the oldest instruments in the world, Kamaicha is the heart and soul of Rajasthan’s folk music. The ancient instrument is made from a single piece of mostly seasoned mango tree wood and its round part is converted with goatskin. The bow is made from the wood of the Khejari tree and string from horsehair. It plays a crucial role in the vibrant music of the Manganiyar community, depicting the stories, Sufi tales and many more folklores with the help of this instrument. It is found more in the Jaisalmer-Barmer region.

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DEDH SATARA

Dedh Satara, popularly known as Alghoza is a woodwind instrument used in the folk culture of Rajasthan. There are 2 flutes, either tied together or sometimes loosely handed by the player in both hands and played together. Both the flutes differ in size and purpose so, the longer one is said to be the male and the shorter one is female. Also, one is used for melody and another one for setting the tone.

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SINDHI SARANGI

Sindhi Sarangi is a stringed instrument made of wood. This instrument is played with a bow. The whole instrument is carved out of a single piece of wood. It has four playing gut strings and twenty-two sympathetic steel strings. The strings are managed with the left hand’s fingernails and the bow runs from the right hand. This folk instrument is found in Rajasthan, majorly used by the ‘Langa’ Community of west Rajasthan as an accompaniment to their songs.

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NAAG PHANI

Naag Phani, a wind instrument made with bronze and metal, shaped like a snake at the end is a folk instrument, found in Rajasthan and Gujrat. The structure is defined as a bronze tube shaped like a serpentine bell. And the end has a snake-shaped head with a metal tongue hanging and is painted with bright colors. It is mainly used in religious and social ceremonies as a part of the procession in Rajasthan and in ritualistic social ceremonies and festivities in Gujarat.

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BHAPANG

Bhapang is a rare single-stringed instrument also known as a ‘talking drum.’ It is made from the hollow shell of the dry pumpkin. It is often played to accompany Bhajans, devotional songs and poetry. It is positioned under the armpit and plucked and then played. When Bhapang is played the musician grasps a wooden handle that is attached to a string. The same string is attached to the membrane. It originates from the Mewati community in the Alwar district. The Bhat community of Rajasthan also uses it.

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KHARTAL

A Khartal is a striking instrument that is mainly used for devotional and folk songs of Rajasthan. The word is derived from 2 words ‘kara’ means ‘hands’ and ‘tala’ means ‘music generated by clapping instruments. The instrument is made up of Sheesham aka teak tree. It is mostly made by the tribe called Langas and Manganiyaars of Rajasthan.

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Well, music is a way of expression and it never fails to express the oy our heart and ear experience. Likewise, the Rajasthani folk music and instruments have lured us into their magical sound and there is no turning back. If you have a taste of music for folk instruments of Rajasthan, then yes you are among the few blessed ones!

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International Chess Day special: Did you know about this chess club in Udaipur?

They say chess is a game of intellect and intelligence. Rightfully said!

Chess is a game of imagination and strategy. Absolutely!

It’s a game that provides an order, wit and growth in one’s life. In fact, there have been studies which support the claim that chess improves an individual’s organizational and analytical skills. The game of chess also helps in making new wonderful habits of planning and making careful and decisive moves in life and most importantly it teaches patients.  It teaches that if we have taken the step forward, it’s irreversible but, for future we can obviously improvise and do better than the last move.

Our lakecity is not at all in lack of champions and their stories and continuing to this tradition Chess in lakecity club has contributed in making the list of achievements a longer one.

About Chess in lakecity

  • Chess in lakecity is a group of chess enthusiast players of Udaipur.
  • Chess in lakecity was established in the year 2008 by Mr. Rajeev Bhardwaj, President, Chess in lakecity and the core team of the club.
  • It is an established organization that has helped in expansion and growth of chess in Udaipur from past 15 -16 years.
  • From then onwards it has been a coaching as well as a tournament and organizing platform for chess.
  • Chess in lakecity has organized many grand level international FIDE rated chess tournaments.

Latest achievements of Chess in lakecity:

  • In September 2019, Chess in lakecity organized 1st Lakecity Grand Master International Chess Tournament. Players from 11 different countries participated. There were total 204 international FIDE rated players among all participants and 223 players from 11 Federations i.e. BAN, CHI, EGY, IND, MDV, NEP, RUS, SGP, SRI, SVK, USA.
  • In these past few years the club has managed to organize more than 150 tournaments like local and state open, including 16-17 FIDE rated international tournament.
  • Due to such steps and efforts of the club, there are 150+ FIDE rated players in our city today and the club has helped in providing the deserving platforms for all these extraordinary players.

The vision of this club is to expand the knowledge of chess in our very own city and somewhere down the line they have accomplished a part of their vision. The foresightedness for the chess talents in our city by this club has proven to be a great endeavor in spreading the word about the game in the city of lakes.

Today on the occasion of International Chess Day we wish all the chess lovers out there, tons of luck and wisdom.

For further inquiries contact Chess in lakecity @ +91-9413045606

Address: Mahaveer Chessman Public School, Lakhara Chowk, Udaipur-313001 (Raj.)

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Get your driving licence and vehicle registration letter (RC) at your Doorstep

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According to recent directives issued by the Government, the transport department will be dispatching driving licences and vehicle registration certificates directly at the applicant’s postal address. Just like passports, people now are no more required to visit the transport office a multiple number of times to collect their documents.

The increasing intervention of middle-men and agents create hassles, and as such, the step has been taken to avoid troubles faced by consumers. The directives were issued on 1st of August, following which the Udaipur Transport Department has enforced the same from 7th August Wednesday.

Applicants are required to give the exact postal address for the delivery of their certificates. If the address is found to be incorrect or incomplete, the post will return to the RTO office.

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Rajasthan Government won the battle of possession of historic Udaipur House in New Delhi

Udaipur House Delhi

Rajasthan government’s long-awaited battle for the possession of historic Udaipur House in New Delhi has come to rest with the recent directives of Supreme Court. The property is situated near the Tees Hazari court at Civil Lines in Delhi. The Historic building was built before Independence by the then ruling Maharana of Mewar, which was occupied by Delhi government post-independence.

The majestic building is sprawling over 12000 meters of land at a prime location of Delhi, whose current worth is evaluated around 1500 crore. Before Independence, when Luteyn’s  Delhi was being designed, the property was built by Udaipur’s Royal family. That time the British asked the Maharana of Udaipur to build a mansion in Delhi like other princely houses.

The Udaipur House, Delhi

Post-independence Delhi government was granted the possession only for use. However, in 2010, Ashok Gehlot, the then Chief Minister of Rajasthan held talks with Delhi government to hand over the property back to Rajasthan, but the plea was declined. Following which the government took the issue to Supreme Court.

Recently Supreme Court issued directives to both the governments to settle the issue. After which a meeting among the representatives from Rajasthan and Delhi was held, where it was decided to hand over the property to Rajasthan government.

 

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World Population Day: A special report on Udaipur’s population growth

World Population Day

How many of us knew that 11th July is observed as World Population day? And even if we get to know about it, do we really know why it is celebrated or what impact does it have? Lets get to know some really interesting facts!

As per the United Nations Development Program 11th of July, every year, is observed as World Population Day.  The chief aim behind this, is to create awareness about increasing world’s population and to search solutions to the issues pertaining to it. It is not an event that has got a recent recognition, however it would be quite interesting to know that it was established by Dr KC Zachariah in 1989 to recognize this day as World Population Day. The inspiration for this was drawn from”Five Billions Day” which was celebrated on the same date in 1987. UN’s Development Council back then recognized the urgency and need to divert the focus of international community on increasing population and consequently depleting global resources. Since then it has been celebrated for nearly 3 decades from now.

Now it’s crucial to know that India in the second most populous country of the world after China. Lets see a sneak peak at some statistics:

  • The current population of India is 1,369,018,830 as of Wednesday, July 10, 2019, based on the latest United Nations estimates.
  • India’s population is equivalent to 17.74% of the total world’s population
  • India ranks number 2 in the list of most populated countries
  • The average growth rate of India is around 1.1 % per year.

This means that India will add 1.49 Cr in 2019 that is near to current population of 74th ranked Somalia. While it is estimated that by 2024, India will most likely overtake China to become the most populous country on the earth.

Now, having a look at regional data, it has been identified that Rajasthan is ranked #7 in the list with population of 7.83 Cr which is an equivalent to the population of Thailand. While we talk about Udaipur, as per the data revealed by Medical, Health and Family Welfare Department, it has been recognized that Udaipur’s population is growing at an average rate of 1.8-2 % annually, which means population goes up by about 20,404 every year, which is quite alarming. Even if we compare it with India’s growth rate it is pretty much higher. In 2018 it was measured to be 642,518. 

However, Lakecity has an enhanced economic base. Tourism, horticulture and mineral industries make real contributions to its economy . The handicraft and cottage industry divisions of the city critically impact in adding to the growth of economy of the city. However, the increasing population in adding extraordinary pressure on local economy and resources. In Udaipur, about 2% of households are below poverty line. Other major challenges include water shortages, traffic, congestion and unemployment among youngsters.

On this day it is crucial to think high about the consequences if we continue to grow at this threatening rate!

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News

On Forum Celebration Mall’s 8th Anniversary, let’s know how it revolutionized Udaipur in past 8 years!

Forum Celebration Mall, the most preferred hang-out destination amongst the Udaipur folks is celebrating it’s 8th Anniversary today!

With a surfeit of International and National brands peppered across Forum’s Celebration Mall, it is one such place that provides ace shopping experience together with transforming the “hanging-out at mall” culture which was not even existent a few years back. Forum celebration mall is one of its kind and an absolute delight for the shoppers with an average annual footfall of around 47 lakhs.

Forum Celebration Mall Udaipur

Largest and the most fancied amid other Udaipur malls, Forum Celebration Mall features the architectural majesty, which the city boasts from ancient times, showcasing magnificent arches and the prodigious central dome. However, what distinguished this mall from other malls in town is the contemporary youth culture which has been spinning since the day of its inception.

Entering into the eighth year of its commencement on July 2nd ’19 let’s know about 8 things that brought a huge transformation in Udaipur:

  • Mall Culture: Forum Celebration Mall is the first mall which claims of developing the true mall culture in Udaipur. It was only till 2011-12 when most locals were completely new to mall culture having big shopping brands, and international food joints like McDonald’s and Dominos for the first time; entertainment section and many other recreational activities to cherish upon on weekends. Most people admit that they experienced stair escalators for the first time in Celebration Mall back then. Thus a pioneer in building the so-called “big city” culture in Lakecity.

  • Shopping Destination: From apparels to accessories, Forum celebration Mall provides a one-stop solution to shopaholics. It is the one that redefined the shopping culture transforming it from street bargain hunting to window shopping culture. In fact, it is the hub of big brands including Clarks, Louis Philippe, Adidas, Woodlands are just to name a few. This mall not only offers a wide shopping experience but also a private excursion tour to domestic visitors. This is one of the reasons it is counted among the best places to visit in Udaipur.

Apparel brands at Forum Celebration Mall Udaipur

  • Community Building at Forum Celebration Mall: Unlike shopping culture which every other shopping mall in Udaipur offer, Forum Celebration Mall is a prominent place for social cause and other cultural activities. It not only provide reasons for people to unite and cherish but at the same time makes them aware of recent activities and things going on around the globe. An event like Junior Master Chef, Just Dance Competition, the Forum Purple Run (a marathon for awareness regarding Alzheimer’s) is some of the exemplary events that bring people of Udaipur together for a social cause.

Social Events at Forum Celebration Mall Udaipur

  • Recreational Activities: Before the spread of mall culture which is believed to come from metropolises, there were only a few places within the town where families could gather for fun and leisure. However, with the advent of Forum’s mall, it became the hotspot for foodies, youngsters, families and also tourists. The Gaming zone, Hungama 7D, the external kids play zone, spa nation, the fish spa, and the rides offers far more recreational assortments than ever before.

 

  • Movies and Entertainment Hub: Apart from shopping, leisure and entertainment are what people look for while entering a mall or an amusement park. Likewise, the Forum Celebration Mall offers an extensive range of entertainment options which captures the interest of all age groups. The successful establishment of PVR is one of the milestones which management must count for. The PVR cinema is recognized to be the first successfully running multiplex within the town.

 

  • Atrium: Forum Celebration Mall has the biggest atrium in terms of areas all over Rajasthan. The central entrance with huge overhead dome provides a ceremonial view to the visitors. The biggest advantage that it enjoys is the huge atrium which provides ample space for car shows and other auto workshops.

Atrium at Forum Celebration Mall Udaipur

  • A societal junction: The best part that one could notice in this mall is that this place is the hangout junction for all kinds of social classes. People from all classes and interest hit this place most prominently. Existence of big bazar also engrossed crowds from ration shops to mall shopping.

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  • Lifestyle: Lifestyle stores like Lenskart, Iconic, Reliance Trends, Max, etc., provide wide options to come and have a completely different kind of shopping experience. The biggest transformation is earlier people used to visit malls only for fashion commodities only but now the brands like Boxania, Lenskart, Reliance Digital and the like have transformed the buying culture over the years.

Brands at Forum Celebration Mall Udaipur

Knowing the fact that it is the only junction for all fun, leisure, relaxation, family time, shopping and entertainment, are you all ready to plan a visit?

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Events

Your dream to be Rajasthan’s Next Top Model 2019 can come true now!

Beauty pageants have become one of the greatest platforms for the young and budding beauties and handsome hunks to build their career in the glamour industry. These competitions boost confidence and also teach them to get their point across platforms, to work for a cause and to make a difference in the world.

Addressing to the grand success and love received by the Fashion Star last season, they are back with the best beauty pageant of the Rajasthan this year.

The Opportunity:

Rajasthan’s Next Top Model 2019 is a Rajasthan level beauty contest/pageant. The show is conceptualized and directed by Damini Sharma and Aayush Gupta of well-known brand Fashion Star.

The event aims at encouraging new talent across the state and brings together young talents who want to build their career in fashion, lifestyle and entertainment industry. This contest acts as a unique platform for such youngsters and helps them put a step forward towards the achievement of their bigger dreams. It also helps them showcase their skills and talent.

Unlike many other beauty pageants, Rajasthan’s Next Top Model 2019 is open for all boys and girls aged between 18 to 26. The event is organized and managed by a highly experienced team who keep a check on every aspect during the course of the event.

Auditions for Rajasthan’s Next Top Model 2019 will be held in Udaipur, Jaipur, Jodhpur, and Kota.

Winnings: –

The winners of Rajasthan’s Next Top Model 2019 will be entitled to rewards of:

  •       Amount of Rs.50,000
  •       Gift hampers worth Rs.30,000
  •       1 Designer Dress worth Rs.50,000
  •       Crown and Sash
  •       Exclusive Portfolio Photoshoot

The 1st Runner Up will be rewarded with:

  •       Amount of Rs.30,000
  •       Crown and Sash
  •       Gift hampers worth Rs.30,000

Last year the beauty pageant, Mr and Miss Udaipur, was organized by Fashion Star where famous Punjabi singer Jassie Gill, Punjabi and Bollywood Star Ikka Singh, and Big Boss fame Arshi Khan were the esteemed judges for the event. The event received enormous success and love from Udaipurites.

The winners of Mr and Miss Udaipur, Rashid and Ranu Sharma stated that Mr and Miss Udaipur has let them overcome their fears and boosted their confidence as well. The event has taught them the very basics required to go a long way in the fashion and glamour industry.

So while being a part of this contest, the contestants not only get great exposure but also, reach to over thousands of people across the state which are associated with the fashion and glamour industry. An amazing experience is promised by our side.

So what are you waiting for?

Register now: http://bit.ly/fashionstarudaipur

And be the next Rajasthan’s Next Top Model 2019

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