Motihari is a prominent city in the Champaran region of northern Bihar and serves as the headquarters of East Champaran district. The city holds great historical importance due to its association with Mahatma Gandhi and the Champaran Satyagraha of 1917. Motihari is also the birthplace of the famous writer George Orwell, adding literary significance to the city. Agriculture plays a major role in the local economy, with sugarcane, rice, and wheat being key crops. The city functions as a regional center for trade and administration. Motihari has good road and rail connectivity with major cities in Bihar. Educational institutions and markets support the surrounding rural areas. Motihari continues to grow as an important historical and administrative city of North Bihar.