National Capital Region (India)
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The National Capital Region (NCR) in India is a name for the conurbation or metropolitan area which encompasses the entire National Capital Territory of Delhi as well as urban areas ringing it in neighbouring states of Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. With a total area of about 30,242 km² (11,677 sq mi), it is one of world's largest urban agglomeration.
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[edit] History
The concept of National Capital Region was mooted in first master plan of Delhi notified way back in 1962. The aim of the concept was to develop a metropolitan area around Delhi, so as to divert increasing pressure of population from the region. The concept was essential in order to protect Delhi's infrastructure from excessive pressure and a planned development of the region.
[edit] Participating States
| Area-wise contribution of participating states in the NCR. | |
|---|---|
| State | Area Contributed |
| NCT Delhi | 1,483 km² (573 sq mi) |
| Haryana | 13,413 km² (5,179 sq mi) |
| Rajasthan | 4,493 km² (1,735 sq mi) |
| Uttar Pradesh | 10,853 km² (4,190 sq mi) |
Four states are participant in National Capital Region (NCR) of India. These are -
- National Capital Territory of Delhi (NCT Delhi),
- Haryana,
- Rajasthan,
- Uttar Pradesh (UP).
[edit] NCT Delhi
NCT Delhi lies central to the National Capital Region. It constitutes of state of Delhi, which includes New Delhi; the seat of central government of India. This region has largest concentration of population in whole of the NCR. The population of Delhi as of 2001 census is 13,782,976 persons.
[edit] Haryana
Bounding Delhi on west, north and south Haryana contributes largest area, 13,413 km² (5,179 sq mi), to the National Capital Region and forms its western and eastern territory. Many key townships and major urban areas, including Gurgaon, Faridabad, Sonipat, Panipat, Rewari and Rohtak, of the NCR fall under Haryana's jurisdiction.
[edit] Rajasthan
Rajasthan lies to the south-west of Delhi. Though it does not share boundary with Delhi but still it is integral part of the NCR and forms its south-western core. Alwar is a major town of the NCR in Rajasthan. Major development works are underway in Neemrana.
[edit] Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh (UP) is a major contributor in the NCR. It bounds Delhi on the east and forms eastern territory of the NCR. The state is home to bustling urban areas of the NCR which include Ghaziabad, Gautam Budh Nagar (generally known as NOIDA) and Meerut.
