Varun Sagar | Rajasthan | 06 Mar 2025
Why in News?
Rajasthan Assembly Speaker changed the name of the famous Foy Sagar Lake in Ajmer to 'Varun Sagar'.
Key Points
- About the issue:
- According to the speaker the name of Faisagar in Ajmer was a symbol of slavery. This lake was built by the people of Ajmer and religious and social faith of all communities including Sindhis is attached to it.
- Lord Varun has been revered by all communities, including the Sindhi community. Therefore, this lake will now be known as "Varun Sagar."
- About the lake:
- This lake is an artificial lake located in Ajmer district.
- This lake was constructed in the year 1891-1892 under the direction of Foy , an English engineer of the British Raj, as part of the flood and famine relief project.
- This is the second famine relief lake of Rajasthan, first being Rajsamand Lake.
Rajsamand Lake
- About:
- It is a popular tourist destination in Rajasthan. It was built in the 17th century by Maharana Raj Singh.
- The lake is also known as Rajsamudra Lake.
- Construction:
- Construction of the lake began in 1662 and was completed in 1676.
- It was the oldest famine relief work in Rajasthan.
- The lake was built across the Gomati, Kelwa, and Tali rivers.
- It has a catchment area of about 196 square miles.
- Features:
- The lake is 4 miles long, 1.7 miles wide, and 60 feet deep.
- The white marble embankment at the southern end is called Nauchowki.
- The Ghats, or stone steps leading to the lake, have inscriptions about the history of Mewar.
- The Raj-Prashasti viewpoint atop the dam has the world's longest and largest stone inscription in Sanskrit.
Udaya Gold Cup Football Tournament | Rajasthan | 06 Mar 2025
Why in News?
The 4th state level Uday Gold Cup Football Tournament is being organized in Bikaner from 1 March to 7 March 2025 .
Key Points
- About the tournament:
- The tournament is being organised by Master Udaya Club at Pushkarna Stadium under floodlights.
- A total of 11 matches will be played in this tournament.
- So far 12 teams have entered this tournament.
- These include two teams each from Bikaner, Jodhpur, Jaipur and one team each from Sri Ganganagar, Hanumangarh, Kota, Ajmer, Nagaur and Karauli.
Bikaner
- About:
- Bikaner was founded in 1488 AD by Rathore prince Rao Bikaji .
- Located at latitude 28.01°N and longitude 73.9°E.
- Geographical Feature :
- Desert district located in north-eastern Rajasthan.
- There is no river in Bikaner.
- Scenic Spots:
- Karni Mata Temple : Famous as the Temple of Rats.
- Mukam Temple : The main religious place of the Bishnoi sect.
- Junagarh Fort : One of the most beautiful forts in Rajasthan.
- Bhandshah Jain Temple : Ancient Jain temple located within the city wall.
- Lunkaransar - Salt water lake.
- Gajner Sanctuary - Famous for Butbat (Imperial Sandgoose, Sand Partridge) bird and wild boar.
- Civilizations:
- Sothi, Poongal, Dadhatora ancient civilizations are in Bikaner.
- Camel Research Centre:
- The world's largest camel research and breeding centre is in Bikaner (1984).
- Camel festival is organised in Bikaner every year in January .