MADHYA PRADESH

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 MADHYA PRADESH

• Madhya Pradesh is the second largest Indian state by area and the fifth largest state by populatio
n  with over 75 million residents. It borders the states of Uttar Pradesh to the northeast, 
• The area covered by the present-day Madhya Pradesh includes the area of the ancient Avanti Maha
janapada, whose capital Ujjain (also known as Avantika arose as a major city during the second wa
ve of Indian urbanisation in the sixth century BCE. Subsequently, the region was ruled by the majo
r dynasties of India.
• The economy of Madhya Pradesh is the tenth-largest state economy in India with 8.09 lakh crore 
(US$110 billion) in  and a per capita GDP of 90,000 (US$1,300).[Madhya Pradesh ranks 32nd amo
ng Indian states is Rich in mineral resources, Madhya Pradesh has the largest reserves of diamond
and copper in India. More than 30% of its area is under forest cover. Its tourism industry has seen
considerable growth, with the state topping the National Tourism Awards in 2010–11.[ In recent ye
ars, the state's GDP growth has been above the national average.
HISTORY

The history of Indian state Madhya Pradesh is divided into three periods the region was divided by Nanda ,
Gupta,,Maurya
The medieval period saw the rise of raj put clans including the Paramara and Chandela clans the latter is kn
own .The Malwa sultanate also ruled during the period the mordern present in the Madhya Pradesh saw the
rise of the mughal and Maratha empires and later the British empire
The British princely states of Gwalior, Indore and Bhopal were a part of modern Madhya Pradesh .The Brit
ish rule continued until the middle of the 20 Century when India gained Independence in 1947 The state of
MP was formed in 1956 and Chhattisgarh was carved out from the state in 2000
GEOGRAPHICAL DETAILS

Madhya Pradesh literally means "Central Province", and is located in the geographic heart of India in betw
een the latitude of 21.6°N–26.30°N and longitude of 74°9'E–82°48'E. The state straddles the Narmada R
iver which runs east and west between the Vindhya and Satpura ranges; these ranges and the Narmada ar
e the traditional boundaries between the north and south of India. The highest point in Madhya Pradesh i
s Dhupgarh with an elevation of 1,350 m (4,429 ft).
The state is bordered on the west by Gujarat, on the northwest by Rajasthan on the northeast by Uttar Prad
esh on the east by Chhattisgarh and on the south by Maharashtra
RELIGION-
Hinduism-[ 90.89%] Christanity-[0.20%]
Islam-[6.57%] Sikhism-[0.20%]
Jainism-[0.78%] Others-[1.07%]
Buddhism-[0.29%]
LANGUAGES

The official language of the state is Hindi. In addition Marathi is spoken by a substantial number of the po
pulation since the state was home to several important and prestigious Maratha states. The state in fact
has the highest concentration of Marathi people outside Maharashtra. Several regional variants are spok
en, which are considered by the government to be dialects of Hindi, and by linguists to be distinct but r
elated languages.
CUISINE-
Madhya Pradesh is one such region in the subcontinent that has some amazing dishes that are utterly tasty
and delicious. The state is located in central India, Bhopal being its capital. Here is a look at some mout
h-watering dishes from Madhya Pradesh that you must try.
SEEKH KABAB-
Seekh Kebabs are one of the most savoured non-vegetarian dishes of Madhya Pradesh. They are prepared
by wrapping minced meat around a skewer (seekh) and then cooking on a coal fire.
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MAWA BATI-It is prepared with mawa dough which is mixed with rich dry fruits. After deep frying the
mava dough balls, the dish is well-soaked in the sugar syrup to add sweetness to the dish. Mawa Baati
look like bigger gulab jamuns and are served on festive occasions.
DAL BAFLA-Similar to Daal Baati in its taste and texture, Daal Bafla is equally delicious. It is prepared
by baking wheat balls, which are later dipped in ghee and consumed with a spicy daal, curry and chutn
ey. It is an important part of the menu for special occasions and social gatherings.
• BHOPALI GOSHT KORMA-It is a part of the Nawabi cuisine and is made by slow cooking mutton in
a spicy gravy. After being cooked in the gravy for many hours, the mutton turns very soft and just melt
s in the mouth.
• BIRYANI PILAF-One of the best places to have Biryani in India is Bhopal, M.P. Mutton is the main
meat in Bhopal biryani or Biryani Pilaf. Traditionally, it is served with Zarda, which is sweet dish mad
e out of rice, milk, sugar and dry fruits.
• PALAK PURI-It is a breakfast staple and is traditionally served with a curry made out of potato and ra
ita. Palak Puri is prepared with wheat dough mixed with grind spinach leaves and some spices to bring
out the best taste.
SEEKH KABAB MAWA BATI DAL BAFLA

PALAK PURI BHOPALI GHOSH BIRYANI PILAF

KORMA
 DRESSES
This diversity in communities has rendered Madhya Pradesh a unique culture which can be titled as tradi
tional and ethnic. A prominent element of Madhya Pradesh culture is its traditional clothing. In the mo
dernized world, the people of Madhya Pradesh still preserve their traditional clothing heritage. An ove
rview of the traditional dresses worn by men and women in Madhya Pradesh is given below
MADHYA PRADESH TRADITIONAL DRESSES OF MEN-
Dhoti is the famous traditional dress for men in Madhya Pradesh. It is comfortable and best for summer
months. Safa, a kind of turban is another common element of the traditional dress of men here. Safa is
considered as a symbol of pride and honor for men. Mirzai and Bandi are a type of jackets in white or
black colour which form a part of the traditional dress of men in Madhya Pradesh, especially in region
s of Malwa and Bundelkhand. The clothes are colourful and vibrant as people in Madhya Pradesh like
to add colors to their appearance.
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MADHYA PRADESH DRESSES OF WOMEN-
Lehenga and Choli are the most famous traditional dress among women in Madhya Pradesh. Odhni is a k
ind of scarf that covers the head and shoulders and is an essential element of traditional dress. Black a
nd Red colors are the most popular colors in clothes. In the current scenario, saree has also become par
t of the dressing of women in Madhya Pradesh. Bandhani Sarees are becoming especially popular. The
saree is dyed using various methods which create elaborate and colorful patterns. Wax is applied to the
yarn of the saree to bring stiffness and richness to the cloth which is easy to weave. Madhya Pradesh is
also well known for Maheshwari and Chanderi Sarees. Even foreigners like these silk sarees and Mad
hya Pradesh produces and exports these dresses on a large scale. The prints and designs are lovely and
colors are vibrant.
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TRADITIONAL ORNAMENTS AND TATOOS-
People of Madhya Pradesh love wearing Kathir and Silvers ornaments. These traditional ornaments are a
major part of the tribal clothing. Bangles, necklaces, and bracelets are worn by women over their tradit
ional dresses and are considered a mark of beauty and virtue. ‘Pajeb ' is another ornament that is very
popular among women due to its pleasant sound and lovely design.

Another important element of traditional clothing in Madhya Pradesh is Tattoos. Tattoo designing is ve
ry popular among rural and tribal communities. The people living in Bajara, Bhil, Kumhar, Bhilala, an
d Kahar can be seen sporting tattoos on their hands and foreheads. Mostly the tattoos carry spiritual de
signs or names of loved ones.
Colors, ethnic prints and accessories form an important part of traditional dresses of men and women in
Madhya Pradesh. While the influence of Western style is quite evident now with men and women adap
ting to the latest dressing style, they still like to wear traditional dresses on important occasions like w
eddings, festivals or get-togethers.
 POPULAR FAIRS AND FESTIVALS

No matter, where and when one travels in Madhya Pradesh, they will always witness a festival or fair to clai
m their attention. See below for the list of festivals that every traveller must enjoy a beautiful trip to Mad
hya Pradesh. Have a look-
LOKRANG FESTIVAL-Lokrang is a cultural festival in which all the dancers put their best foot forwards a
nd matches their steps with the folk music. During the festival, the stage displays the various forms of fol
k dances, music, and ethnic dances. Also, one can see the beautiful collections of fans and handicrafts ma
de by the tribal community of Madhya Pradesh. This festival's actual motive is to erase the geopolitical de
marcations, make India a unified whole and to revive the year old tradition. Lokrang fest is organized by t
he Madhya Pradesh Adivasi Lok Kala Academy.
Where: Bhopal
When: January
Duration of Festival: Four to Five Days
Special Attractions: Folk dance performances and exhibition
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AKHIL BHARTIYA KALIDAS SAMAROH-Writers, Poets from around the world come together in the marc
h for seven brilliant days of poetry recitation, story reading, and cultural performances. Ujjain is the hometo
wn of many eminent writers and poets like Kalidas, Pandit Surya Narayan Vyas, Balkavi Bairagi, to name a
few. The fest is organized to celebrate the work of the notable poet, Kalidas.
Several plays of Kalidas, related to different themes like socio-political and cultural are staged during the even
t. Here, tourists can also see many stalwarts' performances by the budding writers. The fest is nothing less t
han a treat for eyes and ears.
Where: Ujjain
When: January
Duration of Festival: 7 days
Special Attractions: Poetry Recitation & Story Reading
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KHAJURAHO FESTIVAL-Dance and music should be the middle name of Madhya Pradesh. One week
long, Khajuraho dance festival is the manifestation of the true India's dance forms. All the performanc
es take places in an open air stage, right opposite to Chitragupta and Vishwanatha Temple. During this
week-long cultural extravaganza, forms of dances are performed that have its roots in India. Here one
can see the magnificent display of many art forms like Kathak, Bharathanatyam, Odissi, Kuchipudi, M
anipuri and Kathakali. The temple shines like a star during the festival, especially its sinuous curves.
As per the Indian mythology, the god and goddesses were the great lovers of music, dance, vocal singing
and instrumental music. Every year the feast is observed to pay tribute to the creators of this gigantic t
emple and to celebrate dancing spirit of India. Another major attraction of the festival is the open-air
market. Here up for grabs are many artifacts, sculptures and many other crafts made by the best crafts
men in the town.
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When: February
Where: Khajuraho
Duration of Festival: Seven Days
Special Attractions: Dance Performances
BHAGORIA HAAT FESTIVALS-In the local language, the carnival is called as the festival of love. Cele
brated with great pomp and show by the tribal people of Madhya Pradesh, Bhagoria Haat Festival is o
ne of its kind in which young girls and boys have a right to elope after choosing their life partner. In th
is festival, a boy and girl put red powder on their partner's face if they like each other. Further, they ru
n away from the ground and parents can't deny their relationship later on. On the other hand, if the girl
refuses the proposal, the boy will run after to convince her for marriage. Some people even say that th
e festival is organized to celebrate the completion of harvesting.
When: March, Before Holi Festival
Where: West Nimar(Khargon) and Jhabua
Special Attraction: Festival of Love
LOKRANG KHAJURAHO
FESTIVAL FESTIVAL

BHAGODIA
FESTIVAL
 ART AND CRAFTS

The state has a wide variety of handicrafts to offer the discerning traveller-
CHANDERI- The famous Chanderi fabric is a hand-woven combination of silk and cotton. The town of
Chanderi, where the craft originated, is still home to master weavers who practice the age-old tradition
of creating the cloth on handlooms. Chanderi saris, woven in subtle, pleasant colours, with a rich gold
border, are the most popular. The traditional boots, or motifs, of the saris include lotuses and peacocks.
It is said that when this incomparable cloth was first woven, the only colour used was an extraction fro
m the much-prized saffron herb.
MAHESHWARI- Maheshwari is also a fabric, somewhat similar to Chanderi. It is said to have originate
d from Maheshwar, a city approximately 90 km from Indore. The fabric was created by weavers, who
were brought from Surat by Maharani Ahilya Bai Holkar (1725-1795) to weave cloth for the royal hou
sehold. The queen, particularly partial to floral designs, and thus the weavers, commanded to only crea
te geometrical motifs, drew inspiration from the detailing of the Maheshwar Fort.
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BAGH PRINTS- Although block prints are largely associated with Rajasthan, the residents of Madhya P
radesh much prefer their own bagh prints. This bold, vibrant hand-block printing originates from Bagh
village in the district of Dhar. While there are several imitations of the original print now, the real stuff
is still made with organic dyes – and you can tell which is authentic by the cloth’s distinctive smell.
The process is slow, and involves treating the cloth in a mixture that includes sea salt and castor oil. The
prints –geometrical, floral patterns –themselves are done by hand, and the teakwood blocks used for pr
inting are also crafted painstakingly by hand.
DURRIES- Durries (rugs) in Madhya Pradesh have been made for centuries near Sironj, a city in Vidisha
district, though now they are also made in Jabalpur and Shahdol, among other places. Made of thick c
otton, the durries are woven by a technique called ‘punja’. They come in vibrant colours, with bold pat
terns and folk designs, including birds and animal motifs, and geometric weaves.
CHANDERI MAHESHWARI
BAGH PRINTS
SARI

DURRIES
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