Exploring Kanpur - Past, Present and Fascinating Trivia

From where the city of Kanpur gets its name?

Krishna

Who led the revolt in Kanpur?

Nana Saheb led the struggle for Independence at Kanpur. The British surrendered in June 1857. 

Why kanpur is called manchester of north India?

Kanpur, a city in the state of Uttar Pradesh, is known as the "Manchester of North India" because it's the largest center for the cotton textile industry in northern India. The city has 17 large cotton textile mills, including JK Cotton, JK Jute, and Lal Imli. 

What is famous in kanpur?

Kanpur is famous for pious Ganga river passing through it although it has become poisonous due to discharge of effluents from Tanneries and Textile mills.

Kanpur comes in which region of Uttar Pradesh?

Kanpur is located in southwest-central Uttar Pradesh of northern India.