Meerut, a prominent city in western Uttar Pradesh, is located about 70 km northeast of New Delhi and forms an important part of the National Capital Region (NCR). Situated along the Upper Ganga–Yamuna Doab, Meerut is well connected via the Delhi–Meerut Expressway, NH-34, and major railway routes, making it easily accessible from Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, and Haridwar. Known as the “Sports City of India”, Meerut is famous for its world-class sports goods manufacturing industry and rich historical legacy linked to the 1857 First War of Independence. Popular attractions such as Augarnath Temple, St. John’s Church, Suraj Kund, Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary (nearby), and Shahid Smarak make Meerut a culturally significant destination. With a blend of history, industry, education hubs, and rapid urban development, Meerut stands out as an important economic and cultural center of Uttar Pradesh.