Discover Firozabad: Glass Capital of Uttar Pradesh

Arundhati Nautiyal

There are many cities in India that are famous for something or the other

Similarly, Firozabad of UP is known as Suhag Nagari

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 Firozabad in Uttar Pradesh is famous for its glass industry

Every other family here works to make bangles

The technique of making modern glass bangles in Firozabad was introduced by 'Haji Rustam Ustad'. Father of Firozabad

The ancient name of Firozabad was Chandwar. 1566, during the reign of Akbar, Firoz Shah Mansab Dar changed name

Firozabad is 40 km from Agra. It is located on National Highway No. 2

The glass industry in Firozabad has been the main source of revenue since time immemorial

Firozabad also has a Vaishno Devi temple, which is 4 km from the district headquarters

Glass tableware, glass containers, automotive glass, chandeliers, and decorative items are made in Firozabad