Rajshahi

This article is about the city. For the district, see Rajshahi District. For the division, see Rajshahi Division.

Metropolis in Bangladesh

Rajshahi

রাজশাহী

Metropolis

C&B Rajshahi

Night view of Rajshahi

Night view of Rajshahi

Varendra Research Museum

Novo Theater, Rajshahi

Aerial view of Rajshahi city

Nickname(s):

Education City, Silk City, City of Mango, Green City, Clean City, City of Peace

Rajshahi

Location in Bangladesh

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Rajshahi

Location in Asia

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Coordinates: 24°22′N 88°36′E﻿ / ﻿24.367°N 88.600°E﻿ / 24.367; 88.600
Country|  Bangladesh
Division| Rajshahi
District| Rajshahi
Establishment| 1634
Municipality| 1876
Granted city status| 1991
Government

• Type| Mayor-Council
• Body| Rajshahi City Corporation
• Administrator| Khandkar Azim Ahmed
• Chief Executive Officer| Dr. A.B.M. Sharif Uddin
• City Council| 30 constituencies
• Parliament| 2 constituencies
Area

[1][2]

• Urban

[3]

| 121 km2 (47 sq mi)
• Metro

| 377.1 km2 (145.6 sq mi)
• Rank| 4th in BD
Elevation

| 23 m (75 ft)
Population

(2022)[4]

• Urban

[5]

| 552,791
• Urban density| 4,600/km2 (12,000/sq mi)
• Metro

[6]

| 1,007,000
• Metro density| 2,700/km2 (6,900/sq mi)
• Rank in BD

| 4th
Demonym| Rajshahian
Languages

• Official| Bengali • English
GDP

• Nominal|  $23 billion
• Per Capita|  $3,130
• Rank in BD| 4th
Time zone| UTC+6 (BST)
Postal code|

6000, 6100, 6203

UN/LOCODE| BD RJH
Calling Code new| 025888
Police| Rajshahi Metropolitan Police
Airport| Shah Makhdum Airport
Metropolitan Planning Authority| Rajshahi Development Authority
Water Supply and Sewerage Authority| Rajshahi WASA
HDI (2022)| 0.681 medium  · 6th of 20
Website| erajshahi.portal.gov.bd

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Rajshahi (Bengali: রাজশাহী, [radʒ.ʃaɦi]) is a metropolitan city and a major urban, administrative, commercial and educational centre of Bangladesh. It is also the administrative seat of the eponymous division and district. Located on the north bank of the Padma River, near the Bangladesh–India border, the city is surrounded by the satellite towns of Nowhata and Katakhali, which together build an urban agglomeration of about 1 million population.[7] Modern Rajshahi lies in the ancient region of Pundravardhana. The foundation of the city dates to 1634, according to epigraphic records at the mausoleum of Sufi saint Shah Makhdum. The area hosted a Dutch settlement in the 18th century.[8] The Rajshahi municipality was constituted during the British Raj in 1876. It was the divisional capital of the greater Rajshahi division which was the largest division in Bengal Province.

Rajshahi is a historic center of silk production. Varendra Research Museum, the oldest of its kind in Bangladesh, is located in the city. Sometimes the city is referred to as the City of Education,[9] on account of being home to many renowned educational institutions of Bangladesh. The head office of Rajshahi Agricultural Development Bank and Barind Multipurpose Development Authority (BMDA) is situated in the city. The Shah Makhdum Airport serves Rajshahi.

It is the most environmentally friendly city in Bangladesh.[10][11]

According to The Guardian, Rajshahi is the cleanest city of Bangladesh.[12]

## History

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### Etymology

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The name "Rajshahi" originates from the Bengali words "Raj" (meaning "kingdom") and "Shahi" (meaning "royal"), reflecting its historical association with ruling dynasties and governance. The region was historically part of the Pundra Kingdom and later saw rule by various empires, including the Maurya and Gupta empires.[13]

### Early history

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Rajshahi has a rich history dating back to ancient times. The region was a significant center during the Mauryan period, and archaeological evidence suggests it was an important hub for trade and cultural exchange. The area was later part of the Pala Empire, which contributed to its Buddhist and Hindu heritage.[13] It was also under the rule of the Sena dynasty before the Muslim conquest in the 13th century.[13]

### Medieval period

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During the medieval period, Rajshahi came under the rule of the Delhi Sultanate and later the Bengal Sultanate. The region saw the influence of Persian and Mughal culture, which is still reflected in its architecture and traditions. The Mughal Empire played a crucial role in developing Rajshahi as a trade center, especially for silk production.[14]

### British colonial rule

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Under British rule, Rajshahi became an important administrative and commercial hub. The British established educational institutions and modern infrastructure, including railways, which boosted trade and connectivity.[14][15] The region was particularly known for its silk industry, which flourished under British patronage.[14] However, it was also a center of nationalist movements, with local leaders actively participating in the struggle for independence.[15][16]

### Post-independence development

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After the partition of India in 1947, Rajshahi became part of East Pakistan and later, following the Liberation War in 1971, an integral part of independent Bangladesh. The city continued to grow as a major educational and cultural center, housing prestigious institutions such as the University of Rajshahi.[14][15] Today, Rajshahi is recognized for its contributions to education.[15][16]

## Geography

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### Topography

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Geographically Rajshahi is situated within Barind Tract, 23 m (75 ft) above sea level, and lies at 24°22′26″N 88°36′04″E﻿ / ﻿24.37389°N 88.60111°E﻿ / 24.37389; 88.60111. The city is located on the alluvial plains of the Padma River, which runs through the southern side of the city. It is bounded on the east, north, and west by Paba Upazila (a subdivision of a district) of the district.[17]

Rajshahi District is bounded by Naogaon District to the north, Natore District to the east, and Chapai Nawabganj District and the river Padma & Kushtia District to the south.[17]

### Climate

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Under the Köppen climate classification, Rajshahi has a tropical wet and dry climate. The climate of Rajshahi is generally marked with monsoons, high temperature, considerable humidity and moderate rainfall. The hot season commences early in March and continues till the middle of July. The maximum mean temperature observed is about 32 to 36 °C (90 to 97 °F) during April, May, June, and July and the minimum temperature recorded in January is about 7 to 16 °C (45 to 61 °F). The highest rainfall is observed during the months of monsoon. The annual rainfall in the district is about 1,448 millimetres (57.0 in).[18]

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Climate data for Rajshahi (1991–2020, extremes 1883-present)

Month  | Jan  | Feb  | Mar  | Apr  | May  | Jun  | Jul  | Aug  | Sep  | Oct  | Nov  | Dec  | Year
Record high °C (°F)  | 31.6
(88.9)  | 36.8
(98.2)  | 40.5
(104.9)  | 42.7
(108.9)  | 45.1
(113.2)  | 43.6
(110.5)  | 39.7
(103.5)  | 38.3
(100.9)  | 37.9
(100.2)  | 36.5
(97.7)  | 34.3
(93.7)  | 30.3
(86.5)  | 45.1
(113.2)
Mean daily maximum °C (°F)  | 23.7
(74.7)  | 27.9
(82.2)  | 33.0
(91.4)  | 35.8
(96.4)  | 35.3
(95.5)  | 34.3
(93.7)  | 33.0
(91.4)  | 33.2
(91.8)  | 33.0
(91.4)  | 31.9
(89.4)  | 29.4
(84.9)  | 25.4
(77.7)  | 31.3
(88.3)
Daily mean °C (°F)  | 16.2
(61.2)  | 20.0
(68.0)  | 25.0
(77.0)  | 28.7
(83.7)  | 29.3
(84.7)  | 29.5
(85.1)  | 28.9
(84.0)  | 29.1
(84.4)  | 28.5
(83.3)  | 26.7
(80.1)  | 22.4
(72.3)  | 18.0
(64.4)  | 25.2
(77.3)
Mean daily minimum °C (°F)  | 10.4
(50.7)  | 13.4
(56.1)  | 18.2
(64.8)  | 22.9
(73.2)  | 24.6
(76.3)  | 26.0
(78.8)  | 26.3
(79.3)  | 26.4
(79.5)  | 25.8
(78.4)  | 23.1
(73.6)  | 17.4
(63.3)  | 12.7
(54.9)  | 20.6
(69.1)
Record low °C (°F)  | 3.4
(38.1)  | 4.6
(40.3)  | 8.6
(47.5)  | 10.8
(51.4)  | 14.4
(57.9)  | 20.3
(68.5)  | 19.4
(66.9)  | 18.3
(64.9)  | 15.8
(60.4)  | 11.4
(52.5)  | 7.0
(44.6)  | 4.2
(39.6)  | 3.4
(38.1)
Average precipitation mm (inches)  | 7
(0.3)  | 13
(0.5)  | 25
(1.0)  | 58
(2.3)  | 143
(5.6)  | 231
(9.1)  | 289
(11.4)  | 222
(8.7)  | 255
(10.0)  | 114
(4.5)  | 12
(0.5)  | 7
(0.3)  | 1,376
(54.2)
Average precipitation days (≥ 1 mm) | 2  | 2  | 3  | 5  | 10  | 14  | 20  | 17  | 15  | 7  | 1  | 1  | 97
Average relative humidity (%)  | 78  | 71  | 63  | 65  | 75  | 83  | 87  | 86  | 86  | 83  | 78  | 78  | 78
Mean monthly sunshine hours | 201.7  | 226.0  | 252.6  | 236.7  | 220.6  | 173.1  | 152.1  | 163.8  | 173.3  | 228.3  | 235.5  | 211.0  | 2,474.7
Source 1: NOAA[19]
Source 2: Bangladesh Meteorological Department (humidity 1981-2010)[20][21]

Although once noted for its air pollution, since 2014 the levels of particulates have been dramatically reduced by various efforts to switch to cleaner fuels and to battery-powered vehicles, to pave earth streets, to encourage walking and bicycle transport, and to plant vegetation.[12] The levels of PM10 dropped by 67% and PM2.5 which are particularly harmful to human health, dropped from 70 to 37 micrograms per cubic meter between 2014 and 2016.[12] Lowest recorded temperature in Rajshahi was 3.4 °C on 9 January 2003 and highest recorded temperature was 45.1 °C on 18 May 1972.

### Parks and greenery

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Rajshahi Central Park

Shaheed A.H.M Qamaruzzaman Central Park and Zoo is one of the popular public places in Rajshahi city. A wide area with green trees and grasses houses different animal species. It is located by the bank of the Padma River. Other parks in the city are Bhubon Mohon Park and Captain Monsur Ali Park. Shahid Zia's children's park is specially designed for children's amusement. The bank of the Padma River along the city is also a destination for recreation. The bank is a planned zone in many parts of the city to accommodate city dwellers for recreation purposes. In 2015, Munsguard Park near the old Dutch Boro Kuthi building and Lalonshah Park near Shahmukhdum Eidgah was built bordering the bank[22] to provide residents a place to enjoy the views of the Padma river.

### Points of interest

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The Padma River passes by the southern side of the city

* Banks of the Padma River: One of the largest rivers in South Asia. During the Monsoon season, the water level rises.
* Varendra Research Museum: Established in 1910, the museum is dedicated to ancient history and culture. It has a collection of artifacts relating to Hindu, Buddhist, and Muslim heritage. Some of these date back to the 16th century. It is maintained by the university, located in the center of town.
* Shrine of Shah Makhdum Rupos: A dargah (tomb) was established to mark the resting place of Shah Makhdum in 1635. He was the first preacher of Islam in the region. Legend has it that he arrived by riding down the Padma on two crocodiles. To preserve this myth, some crocodiles are kept in the pond next to the shrine.

Dargah of Shah Makhdum Rupos

* Shaheed A.H.M Qamaruzzaman Central Park and Zoo: The park is a wide area with trees and grass. The zoo houses a variety of animal species. It is located by the bank of the river Padma.
* Shahid Zia Park: An amusement park, it has a mono rail and bumping cars. It is under the Rajshahi City Corporation.
* University of Rajshahi: This campus is within a few kilometers of the city center. The second largest university in Bangladesh.
* Shaheb Bazar: This is the center of the city, where most of the shopping malls and commercial buildings are located.
* Ghoramara: The oldest part of Rajshahi City, consisting of most of the oldest (70 to 100 years old) buildings.
* Boro Kuthi: In the compound of the Barakuthi there is a small cemetery with groves dating back to the nineteenth century. There are 14 tombs with thirteen epitaphs within the cemetery.
* Upashohor: This is a planned model town. Rajshahi Cantonment is located beside this area.
* Motihar: Rajshahi University is situated in this area on a large campus surrounded by mango groves.
* Kashia-Danga: From this area a massive mango tree garden area of Rajshahi starts. It is in the western part of the city, near Rajshahi Court railway station.
* Santal Para: Located inside the Mahish-Bathan Area. Some Santal tribes people live here.
* Bangabandhu Novo Theatre, Rajshahi: Establishment of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Novo Theatre, Rajshahi is being implemented.[23]

* Saheb Bazaar Rajshahi

* Shahid Zia Shishu Park

* The site of mass grave inside Rajshahi University campus

* View of Rajshahi city from the Padma River

* Smriti Amlan Monument

## Administration

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Rajshahi City Corporation headquarter Map of Rajshahi CityPakistani Eastern Command plan for the defence of East Pakistan from 1967 to 1971 (generic representation—some unit locations not shown).

Rajshahi is the headquarters of one of the eight administrative divisions of Bangladesh. The Divisional Commissioner, who is the administrative chief of the Rajshahi Division, the DIG for the Rajshahi division, and other divisional civil servants have their own offices in the city, which function as part of the government administrative setup. Deputy Commissioner (DC) who is the administrative chief of Rajshahi District, Civil Surgeon, and other district-level civil servants have their offices in the city. District judges as well as Metropolitan magistrates have their offices within the city.

Rajshahi is one of seven metropolitan cities in Bangladesh. One mayor and 30 ward commissioners are elected for five-year terms by direct votes. Rajshahi City Corporation is responsible for all the administrative work related to city governance under its jurisdiction.

Rajshahi Metropolitan Police (RMP), headed by a Commissioner, controls law and order as well as traffic movements within the metropolitan area.

Rajshahi Unnayan Kortripokhkho/Rajshahi Development Authority (RDA) plans and coordinates the development-related works within the metropolitan area. Rajshahi WASA is responsible for the water supply and drainage system within the city area.

## Demographics

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Religions in Rajshahi city (2022)[24]

Religion |  | Percent
Islam |

| 94.15%
Hinduism |

| 5.09%
Christianity |

| 0.51%
Buddhism |

| 0.02%
Other or not stated |

| 0.04%

At the time of the 2022 census, Rajshahi had a population of 553,288 in 213,467 households. Rajshahi has a sex ratio of 942 females per 1000 males and a literacy rate of 75.17%[24]

Bengali is the main language for the citizens of the city. Many distinctive Bengali dialects and regional languages are also spoken. There is a minority Urdu-speaking population, who are descendants of displaced Muslims from the eastern part of British India who sought refuge during the separation of India and Pakistan in 1947.[25]

See also: Rajshahi silk

Rajshahi has been famous for its silk textiles since the British period. There are also several jute mills in Rajshahi. At present many glass-making factories have been set up in Rajshahi. Rajshahi City Corporation has constructed BSIC. Industrial City-02 in Paba Upazila of Rajshahi. And work is underway on a leather industry area. There will also be a 1,200-acre industrial zone under the Bangladesh Economic Zone (BEPZA). Bangabandhu Hi-Tech Park will play an important role in the development of IT in Rajshahi. When completed, it will revolutionize information and communication technology in the region, which will employ about 50,000 people.[26]

There is also a char on the banks of the river Padma near the city of Rajshahi. Rajshahi City Corporation has plans to build another economic zone on the char. When the construction of the char is completed, it will become the commercial center of North Bengal.

## Culture

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### Arts and festivals

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Bengali New Year / বাংলা নববর্ষ celebration rally at Rajshahi city

Rajshahi is famous for Rajshahi silk, which has a special status as clothing material in the Indian subcontinent. Rajshahi is the home of the region's best mangoes and lichis. Rajshahi is also the location of Barendra Museum, which is known for its collection of local sculptures and other artifacts dating from medieval times. It also has some important structures made by the British like the T Dam.

Pohela Baishakh, the Bengali New Year, and Pahela Falgun, the first day of spring of the Bengali month Falgun, in the Bengali calendar, is festively celebrated in the city. There are widespread celebrations of Muslim festivals of Eid ul-Fitr, Eid ul-Adha, and Muharram; Hindu festivals of Durga Puja, the Buddhist festival of Buddha Purnima; and the Christian festival of Christmas across the city.

### Media

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There are many Bengali daily newspapers published in the city, including Sonali Sangbad, Uttorbongo Protidin,[27] Sunshine, Dainik Barta, Sonar Desh, Natun Provat, and Amader Rajshahi.[28] There are also many online news portal such as Uttarkal, Padmatimes24, AjkerRajshahi, rajshahinews24.com, silkcitynews.com, Priyojon TV and others.

State-owned Bangladesh Television and Bangladesh Betar have transmission centers in Rajshahi. The BTV relay station in Rajshahi is headquartered in the Kazihata neighborhood and has been operating since 2001.[29]

A local FM radio station, Radio Padma, transmits at 99.2 MHz frequency and Radio Foorti transmits at 88.0 MHz.

There are also five press clubs in Rajshahi City. Known as Rajshahi City Press Club, Rajshahi Press Club, Rajshahi Metropolitan Press Club, Rajshahi Varendra Press Club, and Rajshahi Padma Press Club.

### Sports

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Shaheed Qamaruzzaman Stadium

There are three 15,000+ capacity stadiums in the city. One is at the center of the city which is normally called the Rajshahi District Stadium, another is inside the Rajshahi University and the last one used for cricket is located at Terokhadia called Shaheed Qamaruzzaman Stadium. There is also an international standard tennis complex and a few sports training academies in the city.[30][31]

Many national-level footballers groomed in the city such as former Bangladesh national team captain Mohammed Mohsin and recently midfielder Manik Hossain Molla. The city is the home of several national-level club teams like Diganta Proshari Sangha[32] and Sonali Otit Club. There are also a few football training academies including one in Rajshahi's central eidgah (large open ground used on special occasions for Muslim prayers) and in the Zilla stadium.

The city is an important place for cricket in Bangladesh. As a regular supplier of cricketers in the national team, it is also the home of Bangladesh Premier League team Rajshahi Kings. The city has two cricket academies Banglatrack and Clemon, to grow and train upcoming cricketers.[33]

Rajshahi is also known for hockey. Many local hockey practice clubs allow playing at national, inter-university, college, and school levels. There are National Team hockey players from Rajshahi. Late Mintu was one of them and by his name, there is "Mintu Chottor" at Lokkhipur Mor, Rajshahi.

## Transport

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### Road

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Rajshahi is connected to most other parts of the country via the N6 national highway. There are two intercity bus terminals in the city. It takes about 5 to 6 hours by road to reach the capital city Dhaka. Several bus services, including air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned buses, are available to and from Dhaka. Bus services to other major cities and the district's headquarters are also available from Rajshahi.[34]

### Railway

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Rajshahi central railway station

Four inter-city train services are operated by Bangladesh Railway, named Silk City Express, Padma Express and Dhumketu Express, and Bonolota Express between Dhaka and Rajshahi railway station regularly.[35] There are other inter-city, mail and local trains operated from Rajshahi to Khulna and other regions of the country. There are two other railway stations in the city, Rajshahi Court and Rajshahi University.

### Air

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Shah Makhdum Airport, Rajshahi

The city is served by Shah Makhdum Airport, named after the Islamic preacher Shah Makhdum Rupos, situated at Nowhata, a commuter town of the city. Biman Bangladesh Airlines, Novoair, and US-Bangla Airlines operate domestic flights to and from Dhaka.[36]

### Public transport

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Auto rickshaws and charging rickshaws are the main modes of transport within the city and metro area.[37] Once there was plenty of Tomtom (horse-driven cart) in the city, which are still found, but fewer in numbers. There are bus and minibus services in a limited number of routes, connecting suburban areas of the city. Plenty of rental car agencies operate within the city and metro area, where sedans, SUVs, and micro-buses are available to hire hourly or daily. Ride-sharing services like Uber and Obhai are also available in the city.

## Healthcare

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Islami Bank Medical College & Hospital

The city has many government, private and NGO-run hospitals. Rajshahi Medical College Hospital (RMCH) is a tertiary-level public hospital with a teaching facility for graduate and postgraduate medical education. There are two private medical college hospitals, and another two are under construction in the city. There is also a government-run children's hospital, one chest hospital, a district-level government hospital, and a Christian missionary hospital within the city area.[38][39]

## Education

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building of Rajshahi Polytechnic Institute Administrative building of Rajshahi University Administrative building of Rajshahi College, one of the oldest educational institutes of Bangladesh

Rajshahi, commonly referred to as Education City (Sikkha Nogori), is home to many government, private and autonomous educational institutions.

The secondary and higher secondary institutions in the city fall under the jurisdiction of the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Rajshahi.

The city is home to the Rajshahi College\- which is the third oldest college in Bangladesh after Dhaka College, and Chittagong College. Rajshahi Medical College is the second oldest medical college in erstwhile East Pakistan. The University of Rajshahi is the second oldest and one of the largest public universities in the country. Rajshahi Engineering College, now known as RUET, was the second engineering college established in East Pakistan in 1964. For Technical Education Rajshahi Polytechnic Institute was Established in 1963, This Institute is under the Bangladesh Technical Education Board.

Rajshahi consistently leads in pass rates and GPA 5 achievements in SSC and HSC results.[40][41][42]

Major educational institutes include:

Universities:

* University of Rajshahi(RU)
* Rajshahi University of Engineering and Technology(RUET)
* Varendra University
* North Bengal International University

Medical colleges:

* Rajshahi Medical College(RMC)
* Barind Medical College
* Islami Bank Medical College
* Udayan Dental College
* Barind Medical College[43]
* Shah Mokhdum Medical College And Hospital[44]

Polytechnic institutes:

* Rajshahi Polytechnic Institute (RPI)
* Rajshahi Women's Polytechnic Institute
* Engineering And Survey Institute, Rajshahi
* Haji Abul Hossain Institute of Technology, Rajshahi

Higher secondary institutions :

* Rajshahi College (RC)
* Rajshahi Government City College (RGCC)
* New Government Degree College, Rajshahi (NGDC)
* Rajshahi Cadet College
* Rajshahi Collegiate School
* Rajshahi Education Board Govt. Model School And College
* Rajshahi Cantonment Public School and College
* Rajshahi Cantonment Board School And College
* Rajshahi Govt. Women's College
* Govt. Model School And College, Rajshahi
* Mohanogor College, Rajshahi
* Shahmokhdum College
* Agroni School And College
* Shaheed Kamruzzaman Govt. College
* Shaheed Buddhijibi Govt. College
* Rajshahi University School And College
* Masjid Mission Academy School And College
* Paramount School And College
* Varendra Government College, Rajshahi
* Nowhata Govt. Degree College, Nowhata, Rajshahi
* Bangabandhu College, Rajshahi
* Metropolitan College, Rajshahi

Secondary institutions:

* Govt. Promoth Nath Girls' High School, Rajshahi
* Rajshahi Government Girls' High School
* Seroil Govt. High School
* Government Laboratory High School Rajshahi
* Haji Muhammad Mohsin Government High School
* Shahid Nazmul Haque Girls' High School
* Court Model High School
* Shaheed Colonel Kazi Emdadul Haque Public School[45][circular reference]
* Uposhohor Housing Estate Girls' High School, Rajshahi

Other institutions:

* Technical Training Centre, Rajshahi
* Rajshahi Govt. Teachers Training College
* Silk Research and Training Institute
* Higher Secondary Teacher's Training Institute

## Notable residents

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* A.H.M. Quamruzzaman, politician
* Ritwik Ghatak, filmmaker
* Hasan Azizul Huq, linguist
* Fazle Hossain Badsha, Politician
* Selina Hossain, novelist
* Andrew Kishore, singer
* Rajanikanta Sen, Poet
* Akshay Kumar Maitreya, historian
* A. H. M. Khairuzzaman Liton, Politician
* Khaled Mashud, cricketer
* Ila Mitra, activist
* Sabbir Rahman, cricketer
* Sir Jadunath Sarkar, historian
* Mohammad Shamsuzzoha, academic
* Mohammed Mohsin, footballer
* Manik Hossain Molla, footballer
* Junaid Siddique, cricketer
* Najmul Hossain Shanto, cricketer
* Enamul Karim Nirjhar, architect
* Mizanur Rahman Minu, Politician
* Mahiya Mahi, Actress
* Malay Bhowmick, Playwright and director
* Shahriar Alam, politician
* Mrinal Haque, sculptor
* Saleh Hasan Naqib, university professor and vice-chancellor
* Mostakim Wazed, footballer

## Twin towns and sister cities

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Rajshahi's twin town and sister cities are:

* Kristiansand, Norway (1979)[46][47]
* Yiyang, China (2018)[48]

## Awards

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* National Environment Award (2021)[49]
* Environment Friendly City of the Year (2020)[10]
* National Environmental Award (2013)[11]
* Prime Minister’s National Award For Tree Plantation (2009, 2010, 2011, 2013)[50]

## See also

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* List of cities and towns in Bangladesh
* Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology
* Rajshahi University
* Upazilas of Bangladesh
* Districts of Bangladesh
* Divisions of Bangladesh
* Upazila
* Thana

* Bangladesh portal

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Rajshahi

History|

* History of Bengal
* Puthia Temple Complex
* Vijaya Sena
* Mughal Empire
* British Raj
* Rajshahi Raj
* Pundra Kingdom
* Rajshahi silk
* Bengal Presidency
* Dutch settlement in Rajshahi
* East Pakistan
* Bangladesh Liberation War

Government
and localities|

* Rajshahi City Corporation
* Rajshahi Development Authority
* Boalia Thana
* Motihar Thana
* Rajpara Thana
* Shah Makhdum Thana
* Paba Upazila
* Godagari Upazila
* Charghat Upazila
* Puthia Upazila
* Bagha Upazila

Buildings
and landmarks|

* Varendra Research Museum
* Puthia Rajbari
* Boro Kuthi
* Shrine of Shah Makhdum
* Rajshahi Central Park
* Shahid Zia Shishu Park

Nature|

* Padma River
* Barind Tract

Education|

* Rajshahi Education Board
* University of Rajshahi
* Rajshahi Medical College
* Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology
* Rajshahi College
* Rajshahi Cadet College
* Varendra University
* Rajshahi Collegiate School

Culture
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* Rajshahi University Stadium
* Muktijuddho Sriti Stadium
* Shaheed Qamaruzzaman Stadium
* Rajshahi Kings
* Rajshahi Division cricket team
* Ijtema
* Eid al-Fitr
* Eid al-Adha
* Victory Day
* Independence Day
* Pohela Boishakh
* Dhopkol

Transport|

* Shah Makhdum Airport
* Rajshahi Railway Station
* N6 (Bangladesh)
* Banalata Express
* Barendra Express
* Kapotaksha Express
* Sagardari Express
* Old Malda–Abdulpur line

Defence|

* Rajshahi Metropolitan Police
* Rajshahi Cantonment
* RAB-5
* Bangladesh Infantry Regimental Centre

Other Organizations|

* BTV Rajshahi
* Radio Padma
* Rajshahi Krishi Unnayan Bank
* Rajshahi Public Library
* Rajshahi WASA
* Northern Electricity Supply
* Islami Bank Medical College
* Bangladesh Sericulture Development Board
* Bangladesh Sericulture Research and Training Institute
* Institute of Bangladesh Studies

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* Bogra
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* Cox's Bazar
* Dinajpur
* Faridpur
* Feni
* Jamalpur
* Jessore
* Kushtia
* Noakhali
* Pabna
* Sirajganj
* Tangail

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* Bhola
* Patuakhali
* Pirojpur
* Jhalokati
* Barguna
* Amtali
* Bakerganj
* Char Fasson
* Gaurnadi
* Swarupkati
* Kuakata
* Bandarban
* Khagrachhari
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* Rangunia
* Sandwip
* Fatikchhari
* Nazir Hat
* Baroiyarhat
* Mirsharai
* Sitakunda
* Hathazari
* Raozan
* Patiya
* Chandanaish
* Lohagara
* Satkania
* Boalkhali
* Akhaura
* Sarail
* Chandpur
* Chaumuhani
* Laksam
* Hatiya
* Maijdee
* Lakshmipur
* Burichong
* Feni Sadar Upazila
* Ghorashal
* Monohardi
* Shibpur
* Raipura
* Madhabdi
* Mirzapur
* Dhanbari
* Madhupur
* Gopalpur
* Ghatail
* Kalihati
* Sakhipur
* Bhuapur
* Elenga
* Karatia
* Aricha
* Basail
* Bhairab
* Kishoreganj
* Manikganj
* Munshiganj
* Narsingdi
* Gopalganj
* Shariatpur
* Madaripur
* Rajbari
* Bagherhat
* Chuadanga
* Darshana, Chuadanga
* Jhenaidah
* Magura
* Meherpur
* Narail
* Nowapara
* Shatkhira
* Shambhuganj
* Muktagachha
* Bhaluka
* Gouripur
* Phulpur
* Trishal
* Nandail
* Gaffargaon
* Ishwarganj
* Haluaghat
* Fulbaria
* Netrokona
* Sherpur
* Joypurhat
* Kalai
* Khetlal
* Akkelpur
* Panchbibi
* Mundumala
* Naogaon
* Natore
* Shahjadpur
* Ullapara
* Iswardi
* Santhia
* Sherpur, Bogra
* Tanore
* Pabna
* Gaibandha
* Kurigram
* Lalmonirhat
* Nilphamari
* Panchagarh
* Thakurgaon
* Saidpur
* Golapganj
* Habiganj
* Moulvibazar
* Sreemangal
* Sunamganj (town)
* Beanibazar
* Barlekha
* Zakiganj
* Chhatak
* Santahar City

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