Kasturchand Park

Kasturchand Park is a historic public ground and event venue located in Mohan Nagar, Nagpur, opposite Sitabuldi Fort. Originally an arsenal under British control, it features a heritage Indo-Saracenic sandstone pavilion built in 1908 to commemorate an industrial exhibition funded by philanthropist Sir Kasturchand Daga. The park serves as a major civic space for exhibitions, fairs, processions, and sports activities, situated approximately 1 km from Nagpur Central Railway Station.

Visitors can expect a large open triangular ground dominated by a historic pale sandstone pavilion with intricate arches and cupolas. The space is frequently occupied by trade shows, exhibitions, fairs, or sports activities like cricket and football. A bandstand is present within the grounds. The area is active year-round but maintenance levels vary, and dedicated recreational facilities are limited compared to standard gardens.

The land was ceded to the East India Company in 1818 and served as a British Madras Army arsenal storing gunpowder until the late 19th century. In 1908, philanthropist Sir Kasturchand Daga funded the construction of the existing sandstone pavilion to commemorate the Industrial Exhibition held on the grounds. A statue of Sir Daga was erected in the north-east corner in 1920 by Manekji Dadabhai.

The park is one of Nagpur's primary venues for large-scale civic gatherings, political processions, cultural festivals, and annual events such as Dussehra celebrations. It has functioned as a central public meeting ground since the early 20th century, hosting industrial exhibitions and community functions that shaped the city's social life.