Bharuch

Bharuch (also known as Broach) is a district in south Gujarat state in India. Bharuch district contains the talukas of Ankleshwar, Hansot, Jambusar, Jhagadia, Rajpipla, and Panoli.

Bharuch was once a small village on the banks of the Narmada River. Bharuch was considered to be sacred among sages and they would come to Bharuch and pray. Later Bharuch was part of The Mauryas, The Guptas, and Rudrama. Bharuch was part of the Sultanate of Gujarat and was subsequently annexed by the Mughals, and finally by the British.

Bharuch has always been known because of its locality. It is located on the Narmada River. In water scarce Gujarat, one never finds difficulty in getting water in Bharuch.

Modern Bharuch is one of the most heavily industrialized in Gujarat and in India. Large chemical plants reside in Bharuch. Several gigantic plants produce chemicals, fertilizers, paints, dyes, cotton, textiles, and dairy products.

Bharuch has a large Muslim community which forms approximately 35% of the district's population. There have been several riots in the past, but the city is considered to be an great example of communal equality.

The 125 year old Golden Bridge connects Bharuch to Ankleshwar accross the Narmada River.