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Kushtia (Bengali: কুষ্টিয়া () is a city located on the banks of the Gorai River in Bangladesh. It serves as the headquarters of Kushtia District and is considered the cultural capital of Bangladesh. The city is known for its Tiler Khaja (sesame sweets), kulfi malai, and the Mausoleum of Lalon Shah. Kushtia is home to numerous medium and heavy industries that play a vital role in the national economy. The area of Kushtia Municipality is 42.79 square kilometres (16.52 sq mi). According to the 2022 Bangladeshi census, the population of Kushtia Municipality is 221,804.
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In 1864, the 'Kushtia Union Committee' was formed with 10 villages under the Kushtia subdivision. During this time, the town of Kushtia developed in the mouzas of Mojompur and Bahadurkhali. In 1869, the Kushtia Municipality was established. With the construction of the Kushtia and Kushtia Court railway station in 1871 various industries began to emerge in the town. Among them, Mohini Mill and Renwick Jajneswar & Co Limited are notable.
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Towns around Kushtia
- Pābna17 km NE
- Bherāmāra19 km NW
- Ishwardi26 km N
- Kālīganj55 km S
- Bera56 km E
- Shāhzādpur57 km NE
- Natore58 km N
- Puthia59 km NW
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