The modern city of Nagpur was created in 1702 AD by Gond King Bakhat Buland Shah by bringing together 12 wadis called Rajapur-Barsa. Government of Maharashtra therefore celebrated the Tercentenary of Nagpur in 2002.

Nagpur the second capital of Maharashtra is uniquely situated in the geographical centre of India. It enjoys excellent connectivity to rest of the country through three National Highways as well as by rail and air connections to major cities of the country. Rich in agriculture and horticulture produce, Nagpur is famous for it's oranges and is also known as 'Orange City'. Huge coal and mineral deposits exist in this region along with some of the best infrastructure in the form of educational institutions, health facilities and a five star Industrial area at Butibori, the largest in Asia. The second greenest city in India has a plethora of tourists spots for the wildlife enthusiastic like the Dr Salim Ali National Bird Sanctuary at Nawegaon, Tiger Parks at Pench and Tadoba and picturesque treks to the Satpuda mountains.  Nagpur also boasts of a cosmopolitan populace, luxurious hotels & restaurants. As the nerve centre of Vidarbha, Nagpur pulsates with a unique blend of new and old tradition and heritage.