Lalmonirhat(District)

Lalmonirhat Sadar, surrounded by the alluvial soil washed by the Teesta and Dharla rivers and lush greenery, is a calm and serene township in North Bengal.

Geographically, it is the heart of Lalmonirhat district, with Rangpur to the west and the Cooch Behar border of India to the north.

The soil here is as fertile as the air is imbued with a historical atmosphere.

Regarding the origin of the name 'Lalmonirhat', there is a popular legend that it is linked to the sacrifice of a woman named 'Lalmoni' during the establishment of the railway junction in the British era.

Many affectionately call it the 'Railway City' because it was once one of the major railway junctions of undivided India.

The historic railway junction located in the heart of the city still stands as a witness to British architecture, attracting many domestic and foreign tourists.

Furthermore, the area adjacent to the Teesta Barrage and the stunning scenery along the banks of the Dharla river would captivate anyone.

In the cultural and social context of this region, many distinguished individuals, including the late language soldier and liberation war organizer Abul Hossain, shine as bright stars whose contributions have enriched Lalmonirhat today.

Moreover, visiting the traditional 'Saptabari Hat' or the local markets reveals that despite the touch of modernity, there is no lack of simplicity and hospitality among the people here.

This blend of history, tradition, and riverine nature has taken Lalmonirhat Sadar to a unique height.