Naihati, Municipality in Barrackpore subdivision, India.
Naihati is a municipality extending across about 11.55 square kilometers (4.5 square miles) along the Hooghly River in the Kolkata Metropolitan region. The city blends industrial zones with residential neighborhoods that support thousands of residents and workers.
The founding of Naihati Municipality in 1869 established formal local governance in the area. The Gouripore Jute Mill, opened in 1862, had already set the foundation for industrial growth that would define the region.
Bengali, Hindi, and Urdu languages flow through daily life here, where the Kali Temple serves as a gathering place for prayers and celebrations. People show their faith through regular rituals and religious observances centered on this sacred site.
The Naihati Junction railway station links the city to major centers like Sealdah and Bandel through the suburban rail network, serving thousands of daily commuters. Trains offer a convenient way for travelers to access the city from outside areas.
Fish farming operations in the Battala district have operated quietly for generations, supplying locally-raised fish to the region's food markets. This rural activity remains largely overlooked despite its importance to local livelihoods.
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