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Vol I • Issue I • August 2012

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Directors’ Letter

Dear Residents New beginnings are always exciting and challenging.

Crossings Republik was born on June 10, 2006 and now it is seven. But we have many more miles to go. Through this magazine, Crossings Insight, the township of Crossings Republik will never be the same again. Our flagship endeavour will serve as a platform where each one of you will be featured, every activity of this township will be reported and the world will know you.

Like this elite township, when the thought of launching our own magazine germinated, the fundamental idea was to build a bridge for interaction and share our ideas with you – the residents. We want you to come forward and contribute in shaping up this magazine because it belongs to you. We are overwhelmed with the response we got by the people who participated in the contest to coin a name for our magazine.

We are thankful to Dr Prashant Acharya and Dr Puja Acharya, who together christened this magazine Crossings Insight, a name which was zeroed in by a jury of eminent people.

Over the next few months, we have lined up several activities to ensure that this city grows manifold. We would like to know from you what you’d want to read in this magazine Manoj Gaur Whole Time Director Crossings Republik

and how we can make it better. We hope that you will enjoy reading this issue as much as we enjoyed putting it together for you. And remember we eagerly wait for your suggestions, so do write in on wtd@crossings.in.

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Editor’s Letter

Dear Reader We are extremely excited about this new relationship with you. You have always been special for us but through this magazine we want to reach out to all the residents of Crossings Republik. Extending their vision from the real estate industry, this is Crossings Republik’s flagship magazine. And through this endeavour, we aim to present an eclectic quarterly read for all the elite residents of this township. This magazine will serve as your guide to everything that is fresh and interesting in the world of Crossings, travel and holiday, wellness and gourmet et al.

Inside this issue, you will experience why there is no other township like Republik in India, fun getaways that will bring in the element of adventure and entertainment in your life and of course, the latest at the township.

Also in this issue, why you should try out frozen yogurt this season, that breathing right leads to overall fitness and how technology is taking over kids’ world.

We look forward to a long-lasting relationship with you. Hope you’ll enjoy flipping through this fun read.

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Volume I • Issue I

News Latest from the world of CR Lead Story The highest flag in Uttar Pradesh hoisted in our township Food Try frozen yogurt for dessert this season Explore We plan your weekend getaways Conversation Get candid with advocate Athar Ali Well-Being Breathing exercises for overall fitness Technology Edutainment is the new buzzword Cause Humble initiatives by Crossings Republik Matinee Director Anand Kumar makes a movie on Ghaziabad Know-How Real estate terminologies Heritage We tell you the history of Ghaziabad

News

For a safer tomorrow With the aim of providing a safe and secure environment, preventing crime and maintaining law and order, a police outpost recently became operational at Crossings Republik. Speaking at its inauguration, chief guest SSP Ghaziabad Raghubir Lal said that his team will ensure early detection and prevention of crime and also improve the quality of investigation. He emphasised on building sound police-public relations as well as providing a safe environment for the residents, especially women. The three-storey building, constructed by Crossings Infrastructure Pvt Ltd and spread over 600 sq m, also has barracks for 18 police personnel as well as separate prisons for male and female criminals. It will soon have biometric details of all CR residents.

An evening of bhajans

Also, 58 locations falling under the jurisdiction of the police outpost have been marked for installation of CCTVs.

Crossings Republik Cultural Association organised an evening of bhajans by singer Anup Jalota in the Golf Lawns

Power of art

of the township. Jalota kick-started

Drawing is the fundamental skill of visual

the evening with his most popular

arts that can and should be learned

devotional number, Aisi Laagi Lagan

by all children. Perhaps this was in the

Meera Ho Gayi Magan… and followed

mind of artist Naveen Kumar, a resident

it with Rang De Chunariya and Jag

of Ajnara Gen X, which is why he

Mein Sundar Hain Do Naam. The

organises special classes for little artists.

audience were left spellbound with the

Kumar’s aim is to teach them drawing

vibrant aura created by the singer’s

and painting skills that help strengthen

melodious voice. The bhajan singer also

confidence which, in turn, reduces

engaged the audience with stories and

frustration and increases creativity.

jokes in addition to famous renditions,

Jaana Tha Ganga Paar, Suraj Ki Garmi, Main Nahin Maakhan Khayo along with

The social hub

the hymns of Hey Ram. He also sang

Located in GH-7, the club facilities at Crossings Republik includes a well-equipped

the sargam of the chartbuster track,

gym with modern machines for the health-conscious residents, a swimming pool

Kolaveri Di, which was enjoyed by the

along with a kid’s pool and jacuzzi facilities, badminton courts and TT tables. The

audience immensely.

banquet hall too is available for members at nominal charges. Then there’s the neighbourhood shopping destination at CR, Crossings Galleria which consists of

Change your look

convenience of around 3,000 families. At present, there is a departmental store, a

A ladies and gents saloon, equipped

few medical stores, furniture and interiors shops, a sweet shop, a unisex saloon, a

with state-of-the-art equipment to

vegetable store, a sports shop and a Mother Dairy.

provide services like massages, henna, waxing, manicure, pedicure, facials, cleansing, colour and re-bounding, was inaugurated in Club 7 recently.

The services, rendered by experienced staff, are available at competitive prices. One can also avail special offers on bridal makeup.

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100 shops spread across 35,000 sq ft, a food court and a shopping arcade for the

Your magazine, you name it Crossings Republik requested residents to

Flower funanza

suggest names by organising Guess The

Crossings Republik Floriculture Society

To give a suitable title to its new magazine,

Name contest. Of the entries received,

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three winners were selected. Dr Prashant

recently organised a flower show which enthralled the visitors with colourful

Acharya and Dr Puja Acharya who proposed

varieties of flowers and plants. Unique

Crossings Insight were declared winners

flower and cut flower displays along

while Arun Wasan who suggested Crossings

with foliage arrangements added

Vibes and Vikram Laskar who recommended Rendezvous@Crossings were the runners-up.

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glamour to the event as hundreds of visitors attended the three-day show.

Prizes in different categories were

They participated too

presented to the respective winners on

Mr Abhishek Gupta Royal Prateek, 4011, Crossings Republik

Ms Priyanka A-6059, Tower-4, Crossings Republik

Mr Rajesh 4053, Tower-3, Crossings Republik

the last day by the chief guest.

Mr Niranjan Singh Arihant Ambience, S-202, Crossings Republik

Ms Archana Pal B 005, Ajnara Gen-X, Crossings Republik

First Prize: Mrs Parvati, Flat No. 1023,

Ms Saroj Kumar Flat No. 902, Coral Tower, Arihant Ambience, Crossings Republik

Mr Raj Kumar Raju Mahagun Mascot, Flat No. 1146, CREMA Tower, Crossings Republik

Ms Kashish 1008, Orchid Tower, Paramount Symphony, Crossings Republik

Mr SK Sharma Flat No. 6036, GH-7, Tower-2, Block E-3, Crossings Republik

Mr Jitendra Handa 2004, Yantra Paramount Symphony, Crossings Republik

Mr Vishnu Kant Agrawal Flat No. 6059, Tower No. 4, Block A, Crossings Republik

Ms Rittu Chhabra Flat No. B-024, Assotech-The Nest GH-06, Crossings Republik

Ms Shally Wasan Flat No. 204, Prateek Royale Cliff, Crossings Republik Ms Abha Flat No. 902, Coral Tower, Arihant Ambience, Crossings Republik Mr Prabir Sarkar B-005, Ajnara Gen-X, Crossings Republik

POTTED FLOWER Mahagun Mascot, Crossings Republik Second Prize: Mr Divyan POTTED PLANT First Prize: Mrs Anusha Ali, Flat No. 87, Tower No. 6, Crossings Infrastructure Private Limited Second Prize: Mrs Savita Sharma, Flat No. 4054, Crossings Infrastructure Private Limited FLOWER ARRANGEMENT First Prize: Mr Vikas Renee Second Prize: Ms Suhani

CNG-PNG to reach CR soon The state-owned Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) has extended its operations beyond Delhi. To begin with, it will launch supplies of the eco-friendly Piped Natural Gas (PNG) and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) for the residents of Ghaziabad in the next financial year. IGL managing director Om Narayan had written to the Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Ministry seeking allocation of 0.2 million metric standard cubic metres per day (MMSCMD) of natural gas for meeting the PNG and CNG needs of Ghaziabad.

The first two CNG stations are located on the 45 m Master Plan road side and the construction of a gas station is already under construction.

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News

Earth Care 2012 at Ryan International Ryan International School, Ghaziabad, celebrated Earth Care 2012 in July which was marked by environment-friendly activities and competitions for Ryanites as per the mission and zeal of the chairman of Ryan group of institutions, Dr Augustine F Pinto and managing director Grace Pinto. The students from classes I to XII exhibited their environment-consciousness by participating in various competitions like badge-making, paper-making, plant a seed, visit to a plant nursery, debate, cardmaking, turncoat, best out of waste, slogan writing, poster-making, street play and face painting. These activities were an endeavour of Ryanites to contribute their share of envirophillic approach, leading to a bountifully beautiful earth. The students planted saplings in different localities including Crossings Republik.

The activity was conducted in association with the RWA and residents.

Reach your destination on time As more and more people are moving to the first global city in the country – Crossings Republik – the traffic situation is getting worse by the day. The 21-km stretch from UP Gate to Dasna often leads to a bottleneck as it is accessed by over two lakh vehicles every day. To bring relief to commuters who often get caught in long jams, the authorities are planning to widen the road. An additional lane of 3.5m width would be constructed on either side of the carriageway. Five underpasses

Metro to get closer home Ghaziabad Development Authority, with

would also come up at regular intervals so that traffic between Noida and Indirapuram would be smooth. Once completed, this stretch would become almost signal-free and would not be a toll road.

the permission of Government of Uttar

Book-lovers paradise

Pradesh, has taken over the Metro rail

The might of the pen and the printed word came to

projects which will connect different

fore once again at the 10-day Pustak Mela held at

parts of Ghaziabad to the rail network of

Swarna Jayanti Park, Indirapuram recently. The book fair

the National Capital. The project will be

turned into a grand community affair as more than 500

completed in three phases and an MoU

residents, young and old, visited the venue every day.

has already been signed with DMRC.

Organised by the Federation of Ghaziabad RWAs and

At present, the Metro station at Vaishali

the Senior Reporters’ Association, the mela had on offer

is 13.4 km from CR while the one at

a wide variety of books belonging to different subjects

Noida City Centre is 12.3 km away.

as well as organised competitions like drawing, dance and music for kids. The mela was held between July 27 and August 5.

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Lead Story

An artistic impression of the National Flag at Crossings Republik

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On top of

the world On the eve of Independence Day, the highest Tiranga in Uttar Pradesh was hoisted at Crossings Republik Words: Anindita Neogy Anaam

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s the nation celebrates the 66th Independence Day, the residents of Crossings Republik, the first global

city in India, have launched a unique initiative. They have hoisted a 100 ft high National Flag which is the highest in Uttar Pradesh and a day-night monumental Tiranga.

An initiative of Crossings Republik comprising of seven reputed builders and real estate developers – Ajnara Farms and Services Ltd, Assotech Ltd, Gaursons India Ltd, Mahagun Developers Ltd, Panchsheel Promoters Ltd, Paramount Residency (P) Ltd and Supertech Ltd along with Naveen Jindal’s Flag Foundation of India – the National Flag now adorns the main entrance of the residential complex. The flag was hoisted on Independence Day. The view of the gigantic Tiranga, aims at giving the ultra-modern township a distinct identity from other residential hubs in Delhi NCR and is a breathtaking sight. With dimensions of 30 ft x 20 ft, the flag will flutter throughout the year as provisions have been made for its proper illumination at night according to the codes specified

(Clockwise from top to bottom) A fountain at CR, the golf course and the recently-opened gym

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An initiative of CR, the National Flag now adorns the main entrance of the residential complex

for flying the National Flag by the Union

DID YOU KNOW?

Home Ministry.

It is symbolic of the nation’s long

The Indian National Flag is a

and arduous struggle for Independence

horizontal rectangular tricolour

from the British rule and sacrifices made

of deep saffron, white and dark

by millions of freedom fighters for the

green with the Ashok Chakra, a

Motherland to achieve independence.

24-spoke wheel, in navy blue at

As a nation, India has come a long way

its centre. It was adopted in its

in carving a niche on the global horizon,

present form during a meeting of

emerging as the largest democracy

the Constituent Assembly held

in the world in the process. An aerial

on July 22, 1947 when it became

view of the township, along with the

the official flag of the Dominion

mammoth flag, lends it a hypnotic and

of India. It was subsequently

mesmerising feel.

retained as the National Flag of

The Tricolour represents aspirations,

the Republic of India. According

hopes, pride, achievements and ideals of

to the Flag Code of India, the flag

each Indian and unity in diversity which

has a ratio of two by three (where

gives us an edge over the West. Keeping

the length is 1.5 times that of

alive the same ethos, the township has

the width). All three stripes of

taken a step forward to bring together

the flag are equal in width and

the residents from different cultural

length. The size of the Chakra is

backgrounds over a common platform

approximate to the width of the

to instill patriotic values and a feeling of

white band and has 24 equally-

being part of bigger brethren. One rarely

spaced spokes.

finds in the city, social groups formed on the basis of caste, colour, linguistics and religious attributes. The credit goes to the township for being first-of-its-kind

travel and also to boost up healthy

the area with entry-exit points under

to promote the concept of vasudhaiva

lifestyle. Landscaping and plantations

24x7 surveillance. CCTVs have been

kutumbkum which means the world is

on the streets are aesthetically designed

installed to keep a close eye on every

a single family. The township aims to

to add a green element and keep

passer-by, a police out post has recently

promote the belief of living together

the environment pollution-free. Bus

been inaugurated and there is round-

without class, caste, religion or language

shelters have been provided in adequate

the-clock manning by security officials.

barriers and treating everyone as a part

numbers for speedy and convenient

Gas stations have also been constructed

of one converged family.

public transportation.

for making every resident’s life as

The mega-township of Crossings

Crossings Republik has connectivity

comfortable and luxurious as possible.

Republik is fully equipped with every

with Noida, the main highways of

modern amenity a resident can ever

Ghaziabad and Delhi while markets like

world-class hospital, swanky shopping

imagine at his doorstep. In fact, CR is

Galleria take care of the basic needs

malls and luxurious hotels have been

the only township in the country that

of residents. The township has kick-

planned for a smart living experience.

has brought the concept of underground

started awareness drives for conserving

However, the main highlight of the mini-

market with a garden and fountain

precious fuel and campaigns for clean

city is its golf course. Soothing sylvan

on top of it. Also, there are separate

and green environs. Strict security

landscape, flora and fauna and the

pedestrian and cycle tracks for safe

measures have been adopted to secure

beautiful interconnected lakes running

As for the future, an amphitheatre, a

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through the course with towering apartments overlooking it on three sides gives Crossings Golf Club an extra dimension or the stadia effect. Crossings Golf Course with its unique features has been designed not only to add a lush green backdrop to the marvellous layout of the world-class township but also to provide a decent challenge to its golfsavvy residents. Every shot, in full view of residents, without being able to hear their applause and boos gives the feel of playing in galleries.

It was a matter of pride for every CR resident to witness the historic hoisting of the highest Tricolour in Uttar Pradesh It was a matter of pride for every Indian and resident of the country’s first global city to witness a great event of historical significance like the hoisting of the Tricolour on Independence Day. It is a major benchmark which adds patriotic glory to the identity of this mega-township. The mammoth Tiranga, flanked by the iconic towers amid lush green surroundings, surely fills the heart of every person entering or residing in Crossings Republik, with respect, awe, dignity and reverence for the National Flag.

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Food

Freezing point In an age where healthy snacking is the buzzword, we survey how the Westernised form of our humble dahi aka yogurt has become the hottest health trend Words: Shilpa Pulyani

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onsidering the growing awareness about health, Indians may have become extra-conscious about what

to consume but they certainly have no less of a sweet tooth. Yes, we all love to savour the delectable jalebis, gorge

on hot halwa and indulge in various other desserts to satisfy our sweet tooth. But what if we told you that there was a way to enjoy sweets but not gain those unwanted calories that come with it. Sounds unrealistic, right?

But that’s where frozen yogurts step in. A hybrid between the traditional ice cream dessert and the healthier (and hipper) yogurt-based products, it is an innovative way for people with a sweet

Frozen yogurt is tangier and heathier than other desserts available in the market

tooth to “have the cake, and eat it too”. navy officer who stays in Gaur Global

yogurt fan. Whenever at home, I prefer

these days, it seems people are saying

Village, says, “I am totally in love with

homemade raita but if I’m out with

yes to yogurt in all its forms, functions

the flavoured yogurts. I’m fond of the

family and friends, I prefer flavoured

and brands. You could almost call this

mango and banana flavours. I think

yogurts for dessert. Even my six-year-

the Year of the Yogurt. And with new

dahi is an important part of our meals

old daughter loves the varied blends of

frozen yogurt franchises like Cocoberry

but the flavoured yogurts are surely a

flavoured yogurt.” It is an indicator of

and Yogurberry blending innovative

very healthy option. Not only are they

the fact that both young and old have

varieties of flavours and toppings,

readymade and easily available, I find

started liking the latest innovation.

the frozen yogurt industry is gaining

them to be a nutritious substitute to junk

popularity with each passing day.

food and aerated drinks.”

As healthy snacking is the buzzword

“It is our conscious effort to set

Unlike earlier times where frozen

Moreover, it has health benefits. It is an excellent source of protein, calcium, riboflavin and vitamin B12. Compared

new healthy trends through our frozen

yogurt was a mere imitation of ice

to milk, yogurt contains more calcium

yogurt range. For summer, we infused

cream products, the new avatar of

and protein because of the added

yogurt with the universally-loved flavour

frozen yogurt goes beyond the typical

cultures. It’s a great choice if you’re

of mango as we wanted to entice the

ice cream flavours, offering creative

lactose-intolerant. Reports also state that

lovers of the fruit to further indulge their

inventions like cran-raspberry and green

eating it daily improves body’s natural

craving with our mango yogurt,” shares

tea yogurts. The greatest advantage of

defenses and that people with a risk

Cocoberry founder and CEO GS Bhalla.

frozen yogurt is its versatility and scope

of osteoporosis benefit from, at least,

Focussing on providing delicious

for innovation. The major benefit is that

one serving of yogurt per day. This lip-

yet diet-friendly treats to the health-

each time a customer comes to a frozen

smacking frozen delicacy is definitely a

conscious consumers, this new hybrid

yogurt franchise, he/she can have an

hit with the urbane, trendsetting,

of frozen yogurt is tangier and lighter

out-of-the-world experience.

health-conscious Indians.

than the plain dahi. Twenty nineyear-old Shaaz Anaam, a merchant

Baldev Singh, another resident of Crossings Republik, says, “I’m a big

(With inputs from Anindita Neogy Anaam)

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Food THE RECIPE Ingredients 3

1/2

cups chopped strawberries

3 peeled and chopped kiwis 1 zested and juiced lime 3/4 cup granulated sugar

strawberries and chopped kiwis into a medium bowl with sugar and honey. Stir.

Put into the refrigerator for an hour.

Step 2: Blend thoroughly on the highest setting. Then add two cups of plain yogurt, one cup of frozen strawberries and one cup of strawberry syrup to the

1/4 cup honey

blender. Stir the ingredients occasionally

1 cup plain yogurt

to free the blades if the batch freezes up.

Step 3:

us a great recipe and added kiwi to give

Do it yourself Everybody loves strawberries and it’s time to get that ice cream maker out again as executive chef Amit Gupta of

When you have achieved a good blend,

is a light tasting fruity frozen yogurt

add a few ice cubes until the blender is

that is perfect after a heavy meal. If you

full and you have reached the desired

do decide to make this recipe make

consistency.

sure you taste the puree to adjust for sweetness.

Step 4: Serve your frozen yogurt straight

Radisson Blu Hotel Metropolis Rudrapur

Directions

from the blender with fresh fruits like

has got a great recipe for frozen yogurt.

Step 1:

strawberries, bananas and kiwi. Else put

It’s delicious and most importantly, extremely healthy. Chef Amit has given

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Add more water to thin out the mix.

it a pop of flavour and tang. The result

Put one cup of water, two cups of plain yogurt and one cup of frozen

it into an airtight container and store it in the freezer.

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Explore

Once again...

Chances are that you have visited Nainital before but there’s more you need to explore in and around this famous hill station, just five hours from Crossings Republik.

Words: Rahul Khanna

The famous Naini Lake

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et amid the towering peaks

FACT FILE

of the Kumaon Hills, the lake resort of Nainital has loads to

HOW TO REACH

offer to the discerning traveller.

By road: Well connected by road,

From boating in the lake to picnicking on

Nainital is an hour away from

the hills to explore Jim Corbett’s home,

Kathgodam. The distance between

Nainital has all that you could hope for

Crossings Republik and Nainital is

in a hill station. The city is divided in two

275 km, which is a five-hour drive.

parts – Tallital and Mallital with the lake

By rail: Kathgodam is the nearest

separating them. Tallital is the southern

station, 41 km away. Trains are

side of the lake while Mallital consists

frequent to Kathgodam as it’s the

of the northern upper reaches. Though

gateway of Kumaon region.

the town of Nainital was destroyed

By air: Nagar airport, 72 km away.

during the landslip of 1880, it was rebuilt

by Britishers. It is renowned for its

WHERE TO STAY

lake, bird’s eye-views and educational

Nainital boasts of a host of luxury

institutions. Named after goddess Naina

and deluxe hotels like The Naini

Devi, it is a splendid holiday spot with

Retreat, Shervani Hilltop Inn, Hotel

a rich treasure of lakes and hills and a

Alka and Arif Castles.

destination loved by young and old alike.

Bhowali: Located 1,706 m above sea level, Bhowali is around 11 km away from Nainital. This is basically a highway intersection connecting each and every NAINITAL

hill station around the hill town. This place is well-known for its picturesque

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sanatorium, established in 1912.

Gurney House: Located on Ayarpatta Hill, it has become a famous tourist spot thanks to the popularity of Jim Corbett, a hunter who later turned into a conservationist and began writing

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on conservation of wildlife, especially tigers. Corbett used to reside in the

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Gurney House during his stay at Nainital.

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and the concrete of a big hill station. The route takes you through dense jungles of oak and rhododendrons via Viewpoint and Kilbury. One can have great views of the Himalayas at Viewpoint and can enjoy a day picnic at Kilbury.

Situated near Pangot is Guano Hills which has an excellent track for long walks. A trail through the Guano Hills takes you through a thicket of oak, deodar and bamboo trees. A few may be lucky enough to spot rare species of birds such as the black-chinned babbler and gray woodpeckers here.

Ramgarh: Just 5 km from Nainital, the place is surrounded by fruit orchards all around. There are no malls and no crowds, just pure nature.

On a clear day, you get to view the Himalayan mountain ranges.

On a clear day, you can view the Himalayan ranges Mukteshwar: A little further away from Nainital (55 km), along Ramgarh Road is Mukteshwar. The place is dominated by IVRI, a veterinary research institute with flowers blooming all over the place and the view of the snow-clad mountains, incomparable on a given day. The place has a lot of trekking and camping opportunities. The orchards of apples, plums, apricots and peaches extend all the way from Ramgarh to Mukteshwar with children vying for attention trying to sell fruits picked up from the nearby trees. Apart from enjoying the natural beauty, one can scale the stairs to the top of the hill to (Top to bottom): The picturesque town of Bhowali, a splendid view of Trisul and Nanda Devi peaks from Pangot and Jim Corbett’s abode at Gurney House

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visit a century-old Shiva Temple.

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careful attention to detail. A nice blend

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Kumaon region, next to

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boardrooms on the business centre

accessible from Delhi and other parts of

an exclusive lounge bar, provides you

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an opportunity to enjoy exquisite wine,

and amenities. It is the perfect venue

sparkling champagne, choicest liqueurs,

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training sessions, conferences, cocktail

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dinners and corporate functions.

The 124 spacious rooms and suites

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Conversation

The love for

humanity Not many in this world devote themselves to a greater cause and help people in distress. But Athar Ali, a lawyer by profession and a social worker by choice, is one man who balances both these roles with ĂŠlan.

Words: Anindita Neogy Anaam

N

o one expects a lawyer to do charity as most of them have a reputation of charging for even the smallest of legal

You are a lawyer and a philanthropist... How do you balance the two roles?

As I already told you that I was

advice they bring to the table. But Athar

always socially sensitive due to my

Ali is different. A resident of Crossings

modest upbringing. I started from a

Republik, Ali hails from a family of

scratch and understood the hardships

farmers in Madhya Pradesh. Though he

involved in building a successful career

specialised in marine law, there is more

along with raising a family. Being a

to him than being just a lawyer as he is

lawyer, my experiences have exposed

also a philanthropist. Excerpts from the

me to a wide number of issues in society

interview...

and sensitised me to initiate small efforts at an individual level to help people.

Tell us a little about yourself and your early years.

I grew up in Madhya Pradesh. I come

I know the way politics, law and governance are interlinked. I felt that my knowledge in law could be useful

from a close-knit family where everyone

for people so I started off by giving

would stand up for others whenever

them free consultancy and legal advice.

one needed help. My family was always

Common people think that lawyers

into charity and while growing up I

are greedy and mint money by duping

inculcated this habit of helping people to

clients but I want to change their

the best of my abilities.

perception that all are not the same.

As far as work is concerned, I first started off with a reputed shipping firm as a manager. Later I specialised in maritime law, given my experience in the

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Has your family been supportive in your endeavours?

My family is my greatest strength.

shipping industry. Over the years, as a

Without them, I don’t think I would

lawyer, I have dealt with different kinds

have been able to achieve anything. My

of cases which have enabled me to

parents made me the person I am today

understand human nature under varied

and my wife and children are my pillars

circumstances.

of strength today.

I was always socially sensitive due to my modest upbringing.

Knowledge of law has helped me in my cause

Being a resident of a global township like Crossings Republik, what are your thoughts about the same?

Crossings Republik is a great township. It’s truly global with everything easily available in the vicinity.

I would say that I’ve got more than I invested here. The beautiful location and

Crossings Republik and it’s our duty to keep it clean. It’s not a difficult task and together we can and we will do it.

Can you share any instance in the recent past where you were able to bring about a change in someone’s life?

Our domestic help had applied for a

tall cascades lend a grand look to this

gas connection but it was turned down

place. The developers and the officials

due to lack of documents. Instead of

of the society have always been very

guiding her how to go about it, the

supportive. It’s certainly a privilege to be

officials asked for bribe. Finally, my wife

living in one of the finest townships in

and I took charge. The regular follow-

Delhi NCR. And I would like to remind

ups coupled with my legal knowledge

every resident that we also need to

forced the concerned officials to give her

fulfill our duty towards this town. The

a new gas connection from the same

builders have worked hard to provide

gas agency. It’s not anything big but I’m

us with a magnificent township like

happy I was of some help.

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Well-Being

Back to

basics

There has been a rise in the number of pranayama followers recently. Wondering why these simple-looking techniques are making inroads into every Indian home? We tell you.

Words: Nidhi Raj Singh

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ur ancient scriptures and yoga experts have recommended pranayama for ages. It may look simple

but pranayama is a very specific

breathing technique mastered with regular practice. The word pranayama is formed by prana and ayama meaning subtle life force and voluntary effort to control and direct breathing respectively.

So, essentially it means controlling the motions of exhalation and inhalation.

Today, we are living in a world where challenging professional and personal lives have become a norm. Irritability, anxiousness, depression and anger stalk us like our shadows. These conditions arise mainly due to blocked prana and subsequent accumulation of toxins in our body. With regular pranayama, the

prana begins to flush out toxins from the system. “When the quantum of

prana is increased to a greater degree, the body becomes replete with oxygen and vital energy, keeping the body fit and mind agile,� says yoga guru Suneel Singh. Delhi-based Singh has integrated traditional forms of yoga with newer forms of exercise to suit the urban lot.

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With regular pranayama, the prana begins to flush out toxins from the system

When the breath wanders, the mind is unsteady and when the breath is still, so is the mind – Hatha Yoga Pradipika The Steps

COMMON PRANAYAMAS

There are different procedures that need to be performed perfectly.

These are pooraka (inhalation), rechaka (exhalation) and antar kumbakha (internal breath retention). “Pranayama influences the flow of prana in the

nadi (veins), purifying, regulating and activating them, thereby inducing physical and mental stability,” Singh adds. It is important to learn the techniques from a guru or even a

• • • • • • • • • •

Surya Bhedi Ujjayi Shitkari Shitali Bhastrika Bharmari Murcha Kapalbharti Nadishodhana Chandra Bhedi

good book before you start practising it regularly. “Positive thinking and

satvik lifestyle are important to reap its maximum benefits,” Singh says.

Is there a right time to practice

pranayama? “You should sit in one of the asanas that’s comfortable for you (such as vajrasana), facing east or north.

Correct posture and a comfortable asana ensure complete awareness of action,” he explains. and cope up with the pressures of the

The Benefits One still wonders how an age-old

corporate life,” Ratandeep, a 35-yearold software professional and resident

practice can help tackle modern-day

of the Crossings Republik Society,

disorders. Interestingly, it can benefit

informs. Kalyani Ganguly, a 76-year-old

anyone between the age of seven and

resident of Gaur Global Village practices

70, and is a preventive wellness regime.

pranayama and takes pride in her

Some of the asanas help relax the mind,

ailment-free body. “The spirit of yoga

while others are good for digestive,

is unmatchable. I practice pranayama

respiratory, circulatory, nervous and

everyday. It helps me cut down

glandular system. It is effective in

negativity,” she says with a smile.

controlling both stress and functional

“I find asanas and deep breathing

disorders. “But it is equally important

exercises like namaskarasana useful.

to understand the implications on our

These days, even physicians advise

body, depending on certain physical

mothers to keep healthy the traditional

conditions,” cautions Singh.

Indian way,” adds Sushila Devi, a 28-year-old would-be mother and a

The Testimonials “I regularly hit the gym and practice

pranayama to keep my body in shape

software professional residing in CR.

Pranayama is not just about following a regime, it is a way of life.

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Technology

Changing face of education

GenX is fast adopting new-age gizmos for edutainment and e-learning Words: Anindita Neogy Anaam

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one are the days when

globally has kick-started this need of

students had to spend

preparing our next generation to face the

unending hours in a library or

technologically-driven market economy

lend an ear to uninteresting

and to withstand the future technological

lectures and cram notes to acquire

advancements yet unexplored. The

knowledge and wisdom. Like most other

dissemination of information has played

fields, the education sector too has been

a vital role in connecting the world. We

heavily influenced by the integration

are now no longer held by territorial

of technology as it is fast becoming

boundaries but have become a part of

the only way to reach out to students.

the global network.

In fact, access to online education has

Today, reasonably-priced tablets

been the biggest advancement in this

like Akash, HCL and BSNL’s T-Pad offer

sector. Students are now able to access

high-end online learning experience

information conveniently about any

with huge data storage capacity, pixel

subject they choose.

capacitive resolution, connectivity

This means that future is bright.

The bubble of conservative learning is squeezing with constant innovations in the patterns of education, introduction of affordable gadgets and modern

E-learning is fast taking over the traditional methods

e-learning methods. These changes would prove to be a catalyst in bursting

to social networking sites, online

this bubble in near future. “I feel a fusion

knowledge banks, 3G-enabled, highly

of tradition and modernity in education is

interactive, touch screen and opens a

required in upbringing Gen X. Gathering

gateway to the wide array of world’s

knowledge from books would always

best educational resources. Moreover,

be there but increasing edutainment

these e-tabs offer a common platform

gadgets are a must as e-learning is

to the institutions, faculty, parents and

future,” says 36-year-old IT professional

students to gather at one juncture

Ashish Gupta, a resident of Gaur Global

where they can discuss, share and

Village, Crossings Republik.

learn more. Then they can also

On the other hand, most educators

connect, collaborate and innovate. As

don’t seem to be optimistic about

these tablets have e-reading facility,

adopting the latest ways. But then

students can perform a wide spectrum

there is no denial that this paradigm

of work like digital editing, creating

shift is initiated by the rapidly changing

diagrams, mathematical notations,

technological world where the upcoming

symbols and more. One can also paint,

generation has to play a significant

click photographs and explore other

role. The ability to communicate

creative avenues.

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Technology

“Children these days are growing up in an immensely competitive

WELLNESS APPS FOR KIDS

environment. No generation is more

Food N’ Me is an interactive

at ease with online ways than today’s

website that aims to promote

youth,” shares content developer

healthy eating among kids. The

Devshree Nigam. She adds the

Smash Your Food section of the

e-learning modules including colourful

site, also available as an iPad app,

and animated slides, multimedia

allows children to “smash their

projections, virtual classrooms and

food” and then guess how much

teachers, mind mapping games and

salt, sugar and oil that particular

highly attractive ways of presenting

food contains. The site allows

different topics capture the students’

children to learn the importance of

concentration and help them think out-

eating a balanced diet and explore

of-the-box.

healthy recipes.

But then there are others like Subrata Neogy who firmly believe that come

To help kids eat healthy is

what may, there will be no substitute

ZisBoomBah which offers online

to the age-old way of reading and

educational games to help children

writing. However, Neogy, who works as

and parents learn about food in

senior general manager with a reputed

a fun way. Children are assigned

firm, does agree that technological

quests created by ZisBoomBah’s

innovations will have a great impact in

team of nutritionists, fitness

E-learning is fast taking over the traditional methods

experts and teachers. By completing the quests, the children learn basic skills such as creating a balanced meal.

KidsDental is an app for iPad and aims to teach children about basic tooth care by using Pixar-

teaching methodology in the next five

like animated characters. Kids can

years. “The online knowledge building

even use the app to track their

tools give a wide scope to the students

tooth loss with significant dates

to construct their own knowledge, face

and photos.

e-challenges and enable them to interact with students, peers and teachers

Work It Off is an Android app that

around the world,” he adds.

teaches children how they can

To sum up, the debate between old-age methods of teaching and the

A kid tells the phone what he ate

modern e-learning ways may go a long

and the number calories in that

way but sooner or later we will find that

food are displayed. The app then

parents are playing a significant role

suggests activities to work off the

as an active agent in their children’s

food and how long he needs to do

education through latest technological

the activity for.

innovations.

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work off the calories they ingest.

Cause

For a better

tomorrow

Crossings Republik is constantly working towards making the township an example worthy of being followed

A

s India’s first global

far greater than just providing a world-

mechanism whereby business monitors

city, we, at Crossings

class dwelling for the people of Delhi

and ensures its active compliance with

Republik, understand our

NCR. That’s why we took to a greater

the spirit of the law, ethical standards,

responsibilities towards the

cause than just maintaining a top-

and international norms. This initiative

community. Though most organisations

notch township with some of the best

by Crossings Republik ensures a safe

term it as Corporate Social Responsibility

amenities available in India.

movement on one of the busiest

(CSR), also known as corporate

We, at Crossings Republik, are happy

highways of India. The goal of CSR is to

conscience, social performance or

to share with you that two side lanes of

embrace responsibility for the company’s

sustainable responsible business, for us

900 metres and 470 metres along the

actions and encourage a positive impact

CSR is much more than a tick mark in

NH 24 have been developed by us for

through its activities on environment,

our business model.

the common man. These roads help

consumers, employees, communities,

ease the traffic burden and avoid traffic

stakeholders and all other members of

jams on the highway.

the public sphere. We hope to continue

When some of the biggest names in the real estate industry came together to build a township like Crossings Republik, we knew that our responsibility will be

Every company’s CSR policy functions as a built-in and self-regulating

in this direction with your endless support and do our bit to bring about a change.

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Matinee

Zilla Ghaziabad,

the movie

Director Anand Kumar’s next is based on Ghaziabad.

In a candid conversation, the director shares what inspired him to make a film on this district of Uttar Pradesh.

D

irector Anand Kumar might

with Zilla Ghaziabad starring Sanjay

be just two films old but he’s

Dutt, Viveik Oberoi, Arshad Warsi and

managed to make critics sit

Minissha Lamba in lead roles and is all

up and take notice. Kumar’s

set to release this month.

debut film Delhi Heights had won

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The movie was previously named

him critical accolades despite lacking

Bulandshahr Cops but it was changed

success at the box office while his

to Zilla Ghaziabad later. Talking more

second film Jugaad was also appreciated

about his movie, Anand says, “Sanjay

for its fast-paced storyline and good

Dutt is playing the character of a cop

performances. Now, the director is back

Thakur Pritam Singh who hails from

budget of `2.5 crore with 400 dancers.

What’s the movie all about, we

This is real cinema. I have picked things and incidents from a simple story and turned them into a film

ask him. “I narrated the idea to Vinay Sharma and together we came up with

Zilla Ghaziabad. The original story had taken place in early 90s but we have made it contemporary by infusing some gadgets and new plot points,” Anand says adding, “We thought from all the angles about whether the characters will write letters or they will use mobile

(Facing page) Sanjay Dutt, Arshad Warsi, Viveik Oberoi and Minissha Lamba; (left) A still from the movie and (right) Director Anand Kumar

Bulandshahr. We thought of going with

phone and many more issues. Arbaaz

the same name earlier but later decided

Khan helped a lot in the process. There

that Zilla Ghaziabad was more apt.”

was a big gang war between two rival

Ask him what inspired him to

groups of Satbir Gurjar and Mahender

make this movie and he says, “It’s a

Fauji which ended only when a cop

very interesting story. I was sitting at

Pritam Singh arrived there.”

a friend’s place when I suddenly saw

Anand lets in that Viveik Oberoi plays

a board at the railway station. The

Satbir Gurjar in the film. His character

sunlight was falling on it at a peculiar

turns into a gangster after being tortured

angle. The railway station was abuzz

and faces a lot of injustice. He adds,

with activities in the background and

“When an intelligent and educated

that yellow board had Zilla Ghaziabad

person turns into a criminal, he becomes

written on it. I decided right then that

more lethal. That’s the idea behind

it’s going to be the name of my next

Viveik’s character in the movie.”

film. I got the title registered some two years ago but I came up with a story

Lastly, talking about the USP of

Zilla Ghaziabad, Anand says, “This is

only after meeting one of my friends

real cinema, jo zindagi mein hota hai. I

who belongs to a political party. He

have picked things and incidents from a

told me the story of Satbir Gurjar and

simple story and turned them into a film.

Mahender Fauji which we turned into

This is not anyone’s biography. It’s purely

a commercial story.” The film also

a commercial film. The biggest USP

features the costliest song of the Hindi

of the film is its dialogues that purely

film industry till date at a whopping

belong to western Uttar Pradesh.”

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Know-How

The real estate

lingo

There are many terms which are specific to the real estate industry. Since you are residing in one of the biggest townships of India, we get you a lowdown on some of the real estate terminologies.

BUA: Built-up-Area This is the actual area of your flat/ apartment. This includes walls, both internal and external.

CAM: Common Area Maintenance The common areas include hallways, pathways and utilities. CAM fees are accumulation by the landlords from the tenants to cover maintenance, property taxes and insurance.

CREDAI: Confederation of Real Estate Developer Association of India CREDAI is a consortium of organisations designed to further the cause of orderly real estate development.

FAR: Floor Area Ratio It is a term used for the ratio of a building’s total floor area to the size of the parcel of land upon which it is built.

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FDI: Foreign Direct Investment FDI is the investment by a company

NAREDCO: National Real Estate Development Council

in a country other than that in which the

NAREDCO is an autonomous self-

company is based.

regulatory body under the aegis of Ministry of Housing and Urban Poverty

FSI: Floor Space Index

the other, for delivering any construction service on payment of user charges.

REIT: Real Estate Investment Trust It is a tax designation for a corporate

Alleviation, Government of India.

entity investing in real estate.

construction allowed on a given plot.

OC: Occupancy Certificate

REMF: Real Estate Mutual Fund

GEA: Gross External Area

development authority certifying that all

established in the form of a trust, which

necessary works have been completed

invests directly or indirectly in real estate

as per the sanctioned plans and that the

assets or permissible assets.

FSI is the maximum amount of OC is a certificate issued by the local The aggregate superficial area of a building taking each floor into account.

REMF are mutual fund schemes

property is fit for occupation.

GFA: Gross Floor Area Gross Floor Area is usually the floor area inside the building envelope and it includes the external walls as well.

RESIDEX: Real Estate Price Index PPP: Public Private Partnership A project based on a contract or concession agreement, between the

The National Housing Bank (NHB) monitors the property prices through an index by the name of RESIDEX.

government or statutory entity on the one

HVAC: Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning HVAC is the technology for indoor environmental comfort.

side and a private sector company on

SPV: Special Purpose Vehicle The SPV is usually a subsidiary company with an asset/liability structure and legal status that makes its obligations secure even if the parent company goes bankrupt.

SCO: Shop-Cum-Office A commercial space that can be used to set up a shop or an office.

SEZ: Special Economic Zone SEZ is a geographical region that has economic and other laws that are more free-market-oriented than a country’s typical or national laws.

ULB: Urban Local Body Urban Local Bodies of India are the constitutionally provided administrative units that provide basic infrastructure and services in cities and towns.

ULCRA: Urban Land Ceiling Regulation Act ULCRA, 1976, provides for imposition of a ceiling on vacant land in urban agglomerations.

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Heritage

Historic city,

urban lifestyle Over the last two decades, Ghaziabad, due to its overall development, has emerged as one of the hottest destinations in the country Words: Anindita Neogy Anaam

A

ll these years one thought

commercial and residential fronts. A

vital role during the First War of Indian

township like Crossings Republik has

township which prospered

Independence as it witnessed a fierce

added to its urban value.

and gained ground on

encounter between freedom fighters

Today, along with the choicest

the real estate map of India due to its

and the Britishers, both trying to hold

of industries, there are innumerable

proximity to Delhi. But not many of us

the Hindon area. The city’s name was

educational institutions, which

know that it is a historic city, founded

changed to Ghaziabad in 1864 with the

make Ghaziabad one of the most

in 1740 by the son of the Nizam of

opening of the railway line.

education-friendly cities in India. On

Hyderabad, Ghazi-ud-din, who named it Ghaziuddin Nagar after himself.

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In 1857, Ghaziuddin Nagar played a

Ghaziabad was an industrial

Post-Independence, it expanded

the transportation front, the city is

more than any other city and in 2006,

well-connected to Delhi through Metro.

Excavations done at Kaseri on the banks

it was listed in top 10 dynamic cities by

Culturally, Ghaziabad has, time and

of River Hindon have unfolded the fact

Newsweek as the country’s hottest city.

again, played host to mushairas, kavi

that the civilisation first developed here

Five years later, it outshone all others in

sammelans, art, dance and theatre

in 2500 BC. Records have also revealed

the race of 100 most developing cities of

shows to satiate the creative soul of this

that the city could be accessed by four

the world in a survey by The City Mayors

historic city. In a nutshell, it can be said

gates – Dasna Gate, Sihani Gate, Delhi

Foundation due to its development in the

that Ghaziabad is a historical, cultural,

Gate and Ghanta Ghar back then.

educational sector along with industrial,

dynamic and fast-growing city.

Town Map

Listings

Name of Hospital

Distance from CR

Contact No.

Columbia Aisa Hospital, Hapur Road

5.7 km

0120-3001000

Shanti Gopal Hospital, Indirapuram

7 km

0120-4777000 09899995102

Ganesh Hospital, Nehru Nagar

8.3 km

0120-2792809 09810841113

Yashoda Super-Speciality Hospital

8.3 km

0120-4189500

Shakti Multi-Speciality Hospital, Saweri

8.3 km

0120-2740777 09049002233

Fortis, Sector 62, Noida

13 km

0120-2400444

Police Station

Distance from CR

Contact No.

Vijay Nagar, Ghaziabad

4.2 km

09454403428

Kotwali

8.6 km

09454403417

Sahibabad

11 km

09454403425 0120-2902858

Indirapuram

11 km

09454403415 0120-2902858

Educational Institutions

Distance from CR

IMS Engineering College, Ghaziabad

11.8 km

BBD Institute of Technology, Ghaziabad

18.5 km

Ideal College of Ghaziabad

12.9 km

Inderprastha Engineering College, Ghaziabad

20 km

Metro Station

Distance from CR

Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad

10.5 km

Vaishali

13.4 km

Lord Krishna Engineering College, Ghaziabad

16 km

Noida City Centre 12.3 km

Schools

Contact No.

Courier Services

Contact No.

Ryan Intl School, Ghaziabad

0120- 2761427, 2761428

DTDC

09718184489/ 0120-2804450

DPS International, Ghaziabad

0120-2712236, 2711399

ONDOT Courier Service

09716093514

Gurukul School, Ghaziabad

0120-3218866, 3210149, 2761678, 2761679

Newspaper helpline

Contact No.

Sapphire International School, Sector 70, Noida

0120-2484006/ 9, 09560600016/ 18/19

Munish Ahmed

09212330233

Taxi Hire Service Helpline

Contact No.

Security Agencies

Contact No.

Mohan Travels Solution

09999760941/ 09990002241

Risala Agency

09953600319

Jain Travels

08826505680

TRIG Guardforce Limited

011- 43435300

Dhanjal Taxi Service

09811000337/ 09810080216

At Crossings Galleria, there is a departmental store, a few medical stores, furniture and interiors shops,a sweet shop, a unisex saloon, a vegetable store, a sports shop and a Mother Dairy.

38

Listings

40

Car Service Helpline

Contact No.

Khanna Motor

09958713369

Important trains halting at Ghaziabad Railway Station

Veterinary Doctors

Contact No

• Lucknow Swarn Shatabdi

Dr Sabi Singh

09350545532

• Dehradun Shatabdi

Dr RS Arora

09810383196

• Dehradun Jan Shatabdi

Home Delivery

Contact No.

Departmental store

08800202888

Restaurants

Contact No.

• Gomti Express

La- Cusine

09999946922

• Vaishali Express

South Corner

0858609815

• Golden Temple Express

Bawarchi

09999460600

• Mahananda Express

King of Punjab

08588841558

NH

91

Kailash Nagar

Ghaziabad Railway Station

• NDLS Jan Shatabdi • Kalka Mail • Shramjeevi Express

Sarvoday Nagar

NH 24 Bypass

Crossings Republik