In the compound of GSFC (Gujarat State Fertilizers and Chemicals Limited) stands a remarkable Banyan tree that is over 393 years old, known as the ‘Great Old Banyan Tree’—truly the wisest tree in Baroda. This grand old tree was planted in 1631 & has been a silent witness to numerous pivotal events in Baroda’s history: – The visit of the…
A new trend started in year 2016, of celebrating Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III’s birth anniversary by organization of a literature festival by students of MSU’s Faculty of Arts, which also continued in 2017. It is one of its kind and the first Literature Festival of & for city. “Sayaji Literature Festival” was organized on the 10th, 11th, and 12th of March…
During the illustrious reign of the Gaekwads, the Baroda State Anthem was a symbol of respect and admiration for Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III. This anthem was a tribute to the Maharaja’s vision and contributions to the beloved city of Sayaji Nagri. The Anthem’s Lyrics The Baroda State Anthem was sung at all significant occasions, festivities, and events throughout the Baroda…
This year all of us will celebrate our city’s 513rd birthday and applaud its heritage during National Heritage Week celebrated across India between November 18 and 24 every year with a series of interesting activities, informative exhibitions, heritage and Nature walks, Rickshaw tours, Home museums, illustrated talks, etc. 2024 Event Details 1. Heritage and Nature Walks Kothi Walk with Chandrashekhar…
Vadodara’s Central Fire Station, famously known as Agni Shanti Kendra, is situated near Sursagar Lake. The station was inaugurated on March 30, 1953, by the then Prime Minister of Maharashtra, Mr. Sutariya. Arvind Rai Keshavlal Vaishnav served as the first chief fire officer of Vadodara’s Fire Brigade. For his outstanding service, Arvindrai Vaishnav was awarded the President’s Medal on January…
Situated between Platform No. 7 & Pandya Bridge is a huge red building, which once was a Shed, for the Royal Saloons of the then Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III. This tall building was standing as a testament to the old ties of the princely State of Baroda and the Railways. The Building : The building was built around 1880’s was…
The anthem of The Maharaja Sayajirao University (MSU) was composed by the renowned Prof. Chandravadan Mehta and approved by Smt. Hansa Mehta, who was the Vice Chancellor at that time. Traditionally written in the Devanagari script, the anthem is in the Gujarati language. Here is the text of the anthem: अमे वड़ोदराना विध्यापीठना सपना सारवनाराअमे ज्योत जलावी सृष्टि नवली सहसा…
In the 1890s, during the construction of Baroda College (now The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda), approximately 40 bungalows were erected around the campus. Among these was Malti Baug, located near Gulab Baug. Originally intended for academicians, this particular bungalow once served as the residence for the Main Education Officer of Baroda State. Architectural Features Malti Baug was named after…
Baroda House, as the name suggests, was constructed for Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III of Baroda. Located on Kasturba Gandhi Marg near Faridkot in Delhi, it served as his residence. Designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens, it is said that he conceived the design during a train journey from Bombay in 1921. Construction began in October 1928 and lasted 15 years before…
The present bridge over the Vishwamitri river, connecting the Sayajiganj area to the Kirti Mandir side, has roots that trace back to the Mughal era of Baroda. The first bridge built on the site was actually constructed by Muzafar II in the 16th century. This bridge was later improved upon by the Mughals sometime between the 16th and 18th centuries….