| The Bhonsla raja of Nagpur died without lineal heirs in 1853, and his territory was likewise annexed. |
| He founded the city of Nagpur, which his successor made his capital. |
| It sustained several sieges during the 18th century, and passed alternately into the hands of the Bhopal and Nagpur rulers. |
| After another night halt there, the Minister will fly to Nagpur via Naded and Akola. |
| Since the opening of the railway, trade has largely been diverted to Nagpur, and the garrison has recently been reduced. |
| The district is traversed by the main road from Nagpur to the east, and also by the Bengal-Nagpur railway. |
