Domlur
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Domlur is a small township located in the eastern part of Bangalore
city in India
. Earlier it was known as Bhagat Singh Nagar, but for some unknown reasons, it is better known as Domlur. There is a debate over the exact meaning of Domlur. From what can be deciphered from old people living in the area, Domlur is a word derived from Tombalur, http://www.deccanherald.com/archives/apr192004/metro9.asp a kind of flower
which is used to worship Lord Shiva
. This is further supported by the inscriptions found in Chokkanathaswamy temple in Domlur, which is believed to be constructed by Cholas
. http://www.hindu.com/2007/11/11/stories/2007111161630300.htm
Domlur is surrounded by offices of multinational software companies and BPO
s like Dell
, IBM
, Microsoft
and Target. Domlur is located close to the 'old airport' (The Airport has now shifted to Devanahalli in the North of Bangalore).
The major military establishments having divisions in Domlur are Indian Air Force
, EME Workshop, and ASC
.
The main advantage of Domlur is its proximity to M.G. Road on the other. Koramangala
, too, can be accessed easily via the Inner Ring Road. Indiranagar lies very close to Domlur as well. Domlur area has several notable restaurants including 'TGIF' (Thank God its Friday), 'Shanthi Sagar' and 'The Bombay post'.There is a family club too in the area called Domlur Club. Several temples are also seen in this area namely Shaneswara temple,Kalki temple,Sri Suryanarayana Swamy temple, Kodandaram lingeswara swamy temple and a 10th century Chola temple called Chokkanarayan Swamy temple which is probably the oldest in the city of Bangalore.
Domlur Bus Stand is a central place within the locality providing local connectivity through government run buses. Auto-rickshaws are generally easy to find in this busy residential-commercial area.
The nearest hospital is Manipal hospital.
Nearby areas include MG Road (10 mins), Indiranagar (5 mins), Koramanagala (10 mins).
Purva Paradise, Victoria Heaven and Ranka are some of the premium apartment communities in the area. You can also find few row houses across various mains and crosses at Domlur.
and Inner ring road junction. This flyover was notorious for its delay in construction and the traffic trouble caused by its delay which was due to the mismanagement by the subcontractor UPSBC ( Uttar Pradesh State Bridge Corporation) http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/1133296.cms. The construction of the flyover which was started in early 2003 ended in 2007. The flyover, excluding the outer loops, was completed in July 2006 and opened to public on July 12, 2006 http://www.hindu.com/2006/07/11/stories/2006071121460300.htm. Subsequently, the other loops were opened to public in the next 8 months.
Large numbers of migrants due to employment with Madras Regiment and HAL have altered the ethnic mix.
Bangalore
Bengaluru , formerly called Bengaluru is the capital of the Indian state of Karnataka. Bangalore is nicknamed the Garden City and was once called a pensioner's paradise. Located on the Deccan Plateau in the south-eastern part of Karnataka, Bangalore is India's third most populous city and...
city in India
India
India , officially the Republic of India , is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by geographical area, the second-most populous country with over 1.2 billion people, and the most populous democracy in the world...
. Earlier it was known as Bhagat Singh Nagar, but for some unknown reasons, it is better known as Domlur. There is a debate over the exact meaning of Domlur. From what can be deciphered from old people living in the area, Domlur is a word derived from Tombalur, http://www.deccanherald.com/archives/apr192004/metro9.asp a kind of flower
Flower
A flower, sometimes known as a bloom or blossom, is the reproductive structure found in flowering plants . The biological function of a flower is to effect reproduction, usually by providing a mechanism for the union of sperm with eggs...
which is used to worship Lord Shiva
Shiva
Shiva is a major Hindu deity, and is the destroyer god or transformer among the Trimurti, the Hindu Trinity of the primary aspects of the divine. God Shiva is a yogi who has notice of everything that happens in the world and is the main aspect of life. Yet one with great power lives a life of a...
. This is further supported by the inscriptions found in Chokkanathaswamy temple in Domlur, which is believed to be constructed by Cholas
Chola Dynasty
The Chola dynasty was a Tamil dynasty which was one of the longest-ruling in some parts of southern India. The earliest datable references to this Tamil dynasty are in inscriptions from the 3rd century BC left by Asoka, of Maurya Empire; the dynasty continued to govern over varying territory until...
. http://www.hindu.com/2007/11/11/stories/2007111161630300.htm
Domlur is surrounded by offices of multinational software companies and BPO
BPO
BPO can refer to:* Benzoyl Peroxide* Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra* Brisbane Philharmonic Orchestra* Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra* Built-in product obsolescence, another name for Planned obsolescence...
s like Dell
Dell
Dell, Inc. is an American multinational information technology corporation based in 1 Dell Way, Round Rock, Texas, United States, that develops, sells and supports computers and related products and services. Bearing the name of its founder, Michael Dell, the company is one of the largest...
, IBM
IBM
International Business Machines Corporation or IBM is an American multinational technology and consulting corporation headquartered in Armonk, New York, United States. IBM manufactures and sells computer hardware and software, and it offers infrastructure, hosting and consulting services in areas...
, Microsoft
Microsoft
Microsoft Corporation is an American public multinational corporation headquartered in Redmond, Washington, USA that develops, manufactures, licenses, and supports a wide range of products and services predominantly related to computing through its various product divisions...
and Target. Domlur is located close to the 'old airport' (The Airport has now shifted to Devanahalli in the North of Bangalore).
The major military establishments having divisions in Domlur are Indian Air Force
Indian Air Force
The Indian Air Force is the air arm of the Indian armed forces. Its primary responsibility is to secure Indian airspace and to conduct aerial warfare during a conflict...
, EME Workshop, and ASC
ASC
-Australia:* Australian Sports Commission* Australian Submarine Corporation, a naval equipment manufacturer in Adelaide, South Australia-Canada:* Advertising Standards Canada* Association des Scouts du Canada* Airsoft Canada-Republic of China :...
.
The main advantage of Domlur is its proximity to M.G. Road on the other. Koramangala
Koramangala
Koramangala is a locality in Bengaluru, India. Situated in the south-eastern part of the city, it is one of the largest, and a highly sought after residential locality with its wide tree-lined boulevards with a mix of luxury apartments, commercial structures and posh bungalows. It is largely...
, too, can be accessed easily via the Inner Ring Road. Indiranagar lies very close to Domlur as well. Domlur area has several notable restaurants including 'TGIF' (Thank God its Friday), 'Shanthi Sagar' and 'The Bombay post'.There is a family club too in the area called Domlur Club. Several temples are also seen in this area namely Shaneswara temple,Kalki temple,Sri Suryanarayana Swamy temple, Kodandaram lingeswara swamy temple and a 10th century Chola temple called Chokkanarayan Swamy temple which is probably the oldest in the city of Bangalore.
Location and Facilities
Residents in Domlur have the best of both options - proximity to malls (Oasis on Inner Ring Road, Total Mall on Old Airport Road, Garuda Mall on Magrath Road are all within 10 minutes of a drive) and also local shopping. With good amount of growth in the recent past, a large number of shopping establishments have opened up in Domlur. 7th Cross has a lot of shops and eateries - New Shanti Sagar, Srinidhi Sagar and Red Klov are prominent restaurants while Family Mall is best for grocery.Domlur Bus Stand is a central place within the locality providing local connectivity through government run buses. Auto-rickshaws are generally easy to find in this busy residential-commercial area.
The nearest hospital is Manipal hospital.
Nearby areas include MG Road (10 mins), Indiranagar (5 mins), Koramanagala (10 mins).
Purva Paradise, Victoria Heaven and Ranka are some of the premium apartment communities in the area. You can also find few row houses across various mains and crosses at Domlur.
Airport road flyover
A major landmark in Domlur is the Airport road flyover on Old Airport roadAirport Road, Bangalore
Old Airport Road is a major road in Bangalore. It was renamed from Airport Road after the new Bengaluru International Airport was opened. It begins from the junction of Trinity Church Road and Victoria Road and goes to HAL Bangalore International Airport...
and Inner ring road junction. This flyover was notorious for its delay in construction and the traffic trouble caused by its delay which was due to the mismanagement by the subcontractor UPSBC ( Uttar Pradesh State Bridge Corporation) http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/1133296.cms. The construction of the flyover which was started in early 2003 ended in 2007. The flyover, excluding the outer loops, was completed in July 2006 and opened to public on July 12, 2006 http://www.hindu.com/2006/07/11/stories/2006071121460300.htm. Subsequently, the other loops were opened to public in the next 8 months.
Large numbers of migrants due to employment with Madras Regiment and HAL have altered the ethnic mix.