Jamshedpur

Jamshedpur, also known as Tatanagar, is a city in the eastern Indian state of Jharkhand, located in East Singhbhum district on the banks of the Subarnarekha River. It was founded by industrialist Jamsetji Tata and developed around the Tata Steel plant. The settlement originated as Sakchi and was renamed Jamshedpur in 1919 in honor of Jamsetji Tata. The city is widely described as India’s first planned industrial city, characterized by organized layouts, residential colonies for workers, and public amenities aligned with the steelworks.

The Tata Steel plant remains the central pillar of Jamshedpur’s economy, supporting an extensive network of suppliers, service providers, and ancillary industries. Over time, the city has grown into a major commercial and educational hub in the region. Notable educational institutions include XLRI – Xavier School of Management, one of India’s oldest management schools, and the National Institute of Technology Jamshedpur, which traces its origins to the established engineering college system. The city also hosts cultural and recreational facilities such as Jubilee Park and the Tata Steel Zoological Park, with nearby attractions including the Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary.

Jamshedpur is served by the Tatanagar Junction railway station, a key rail hub with connections to major Indian cities. Road networks link the city to other parts of Jharkhand and neighboring states, while a smaller airstrip at Sonari provides limited commercial flights. The climate is tropical with hot summers, a pronounced monsoon season, and relatively mild winters.