Kolhapur is and Indian city and the fourth largest city in Maharashtra state, with a population of around 419,000. The main languages are Marathi, Hindi, and English. It is popular for its temple to Mahalaksmi. It is situated on the bank of river Panchganga. Many hills and forts like Panhala fort and Jothiba temple hill surround the city. The development of the city is possible because of maharaja Shahu. The city is also famous for training wrestlers. There is national stadium for a form of wrestling known as Khasbag. It is also famous for making leather foot wares and sugar products.
Industries in Kolhapur
The city has become industrialised, due to the proximity of bauxite deposits.
There are two main industrial areas, Gokulshirgaon and Shiroli. These mainly produce such products as aluminium castings, alloys, and bearings.
Inside the city the Shivaji Udyamnagar area is famous for electrical and other bodybuilding and workshop related jobs. The Shahu textile mill is also located there.
