he Bareilly Development Authority (BDA) has made the decision to dedicate the name of its largest-ever residential township, currently being developed on Pilibhit Road, to Lord Shiva. This new township will be known as Mahadevpuram Bareilly.
A Name Chosen with Public Participation
The BDA undertook a unique initiative for naming this ambitious project. In a bid to ensure public participation in the city’s development, a competition was organized, seeking suggestions from citizens.
- Over 500 people, including residents of Bareilly and other districts, submitted their suggestions for the competition.
- From the applications received, seven distinct names were shortlisted, including options like Mahadevpuram, Mahadev Township, Mahadev Residential Scheme, Mahadev Nagar, and Mahadev Niwas.
- Ultimately, ‘Mahadevpuram,’ named after Lord Shiva, was deemed the most suitable.

Winners to Receive Cash Prizes
According to BDA Vice-Chairman, Dr. Manikandan A., the first-place participant who suggested the most beautiful and meaningful name will be honored with a cash prize of ₹50,000 and a certificate of appreciation. Additionally, five other individuals who suggested selected names will also receive special recognition and encouragement.
Key Features of the Project
This residential scheme is not only massive in scale but will also be an exceptional blend of modern amenities:
- Vast Area: The scheme is spread across approximately 267 hectares on Pilibhit Bypass Road.
- Heavy Investment: The BDA is spending over ₹2,800 crore for its development.
- World-Class Infrastructure: The township will feature 40-meter-wide roads, schools, colleges, hospitals, a sports stadium, parks, malls, and other community facilities.
- High Demand: Public enthusiasm for the scheme is evident, with over 4,000 applications already received for the purchase of plots.
Formal Announcement by the Chief Minister
The formal announcement and launch of Mahadevpuram will be carried out by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath during his upcoming visit to Bareilly. The BDA has nearly completed its preparations for this event. This township aims to provide not just housing, but a complete and modern community living experience. समस्या को हल करेगी, बल्कि पर्यावरण संरक्षण और सुनियोजित विकास के क्षेत्र में एक नया मानक भी स्थापित करेगी।
