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Keystone Institute of Technology and Management, Jhunjhunu

Keystone Institute of Technology and Management (KIMT), operated under Shree Kalka Devi Education Trust, is promoted by a group of NRIs with vast technical and managerial expertise. It was established in 2005 in Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan.

The institute is affiliated to Rajasthan Technical University (RTU), Kota and all courses offered are approved by All India Council for Technical education (AICTE), New Delhi.

Keystone Campus and Facilities

The campus of Keystone Institute of Technology and Management is located on a tolled Rajasthan state Highway at 15.0 Acre Parcel of land in Surajgarh, District Jhunjhunu.

The Keystone Group has a modern, eco-friendly, fully networked hi-tech campus. The institute provides facilities such as library, hostel for girls and boys, Computer LAB with internet, Mess, Laboratories, Workshops, Transport, Sports and Recreation etc.

Vision and Mission

The institute has a vision to transform the experience in higher education and to provide a sense of empowerment for students, faculty and staff. It aims to generate techno-entrepreneurs and young professions of global excellence who will play vital role in building our nation and business organizations.

Courses Taught and Admission Info

KIMT offers undergraduate and Post graduate courses. It conducts B.Tech in Civil, Mechanical, Computer Science, Information technology, Electronics and MBA courses. For B.Tech 70% of the candidates are admitted on the basis of merit secured in RPET entrance test, while 15% of the candidates are granted enrolment on AIEEE score. The rest 15% seats fall under Management quota.

Career Service for Students

The institute is running a Creativity & Leadership project which is a multi-disciplinary effort to provide students various opportunities so that they can put their innovative ideas into practice.

The program supports students with a wide variety of ambitions, including starting a grassroots organization, offering a new product or service, launching a tour, commercializing a discovery, and more. Beside these the college has a well established TPO cell which works to inform the students about different placement opportunities.

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Kaniram Narsingdas Tibrewal Haveli, Jhujhunu – Famous for Prominent Wall Paintings, Artifacts and Frescoes

The Kaniram Narsingdas Tibrewal Haveli was built in 1883 by one of the wealthiest merchant of Jhunjhunu, known as Narsingdas Tibrewal. The Tibrewals were quite prosperous and famous businessman of Jhunjhunu.

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Rare Artifacts and Frescoes

The Tibrewal haveli boasts of some beautiful and rare artifacts and frescoes. The wall paintings are descriptive and portrays the change taste and techniques of artist to the best of their ability.

Prominent Wall Paintings

One of the most prominent painting in this haveli shows a goods train laden with livestock crossing a passenger train. The painting in itself is synonym of the changing traditions and modes of commutation for traders.  On the other wall of Kaniram Narsingdas Tibrewal Haveli,  a man tying a turban while another man holds mirror for him.

Another painting which catches tourist attention is of a man and woman who seem to be passing a child in between. Some of these frescoes have been done in gold with the help of gold leafs.

Like all havelis in shekhawati region, the Kaniram Narsinghdas Tibrewal Haveli opens into a courtyard surrounded by corridors that leads to another larger courtyard which is surrounded by verandahs that lead to rooms.

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Mohanlal Ishwardas Haveli, Jhujhunu – Wall Paintings, Expensive Designs

Jhunjhunu town is famous for its grand Havelis, which were then used as residence places by local businessmen. Some of the famous havalis of Jhujhunu includes  Kaniram Narsinghdas Tibrewal Haveli, Mohanlal Ishwardas Haveli and  Narudin Farooqi Haveli and Modi Haveli.

These havelis were constructed with the special motive of accommodating their huge and widespread families as well as signifying their wealth and prosperity.

Mohanlal Ishwardas Haveli in Jhujhunu

Mohanlal Ishwardas Haveli also happens to be one of those popular havelis. It was built by Mohanlal Ishwardas in late 19th century.

He was a wealthy and eminent merchant of Jhunjhunu.  As one tours inside the haveli, he gets quite a fair idea of the effort and expenditure that has gone in the designing and embellishment of this building.

Wall Paintings

Mohanlal Ishwardas Modi Haveli has wall paintings famous for portraying the life and past time of Lord Krishna.  Some of these fresco show Lord Krishna stealing butter and hiding away the clothes of Gopis while they are bathing in the river.

Just adjacent, on a smaller arch, a British imperial figure can be seen. This includes monarch and judges in royal robes. On the opposite side of this arch, the paintings of Indian rulers and Nawab can be seen.

These paintings are extremely descriptive and exhibit praiseworthy craftsmanship of Shekhawati region during late 18th century.

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Churi Ajitgarh in Shekhawati, Rajasthan – Famous for Erotic Frescoes on Havelis

Churi Ajitgarh is a small village situated in the Shekhawati region. It is located in 32 Km. from Jhunjhunu via Mukundgarh and 10 Km. from Mandawa in Rajasthan.

Havelis in Churi Ajitgarh

Churi Ajitgarh is known for several frescoes painted behind doors, bedroom ceilings and on the walls. Considering social constrictions of that time, these seem to be a result of a very private and special effort.

Some examples of the fine fresco work is evident and special effort. Some example of fine fresco work is evident in the Shiv Datt Rai Jagan Lal Haveli, Ram pratap Nemani Haveli, Shiv Narain Nemani Baithak  and Nemani kothi.

These havelis have courtyards, exquisitely latticed windows, intricate mirror work, vaulted ceilings, immense balconies, and ornate gateways and facades.

So explore the different tourist attractions of Shekhawati and enjoy your tour of  Rajasthan.

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Famous Havelis of Bissau, Rajasthan – Adorned with Beautiful Frescoes and Paintings

Bissau is a small town located at 40 Km. from Jhunjhunu, 12 Km from Churu in shekhawati region. It was founded in 1746  by Keshri Singh and has splendid cenotaphs of its Thakurs.

Painted Elephant in Tibrawala Haveli, Bissau

Painted Elephant in Tibrawala Haveli, Bissau

History about Bissau

Its original name was ‘Vishala Jat Ki Dhani’. Keshari Singh, who was son of Shardul Singh of Sikar Thikana got this village in Jagir. Keshari constructed a palace here and the boundary wall for defense and named this habitation as Bissau in samvat 1812 (1755 AD).

Famous Havelis of Bissau

The quaint town has fine havalis including the Tibrewala Havlali, Khemka Haveli, Sigatia Haveli, Singhania Haveli, Kanodia Havelis, Brij Mohan Kanodia Haveli,  Budhar Mal Mertia Haveli,  and Fatehpuria Haveli.

These havelis of Bissau is adorned with beautiful frescoes that attract tourists and art lovers. The lavishly designed rooms are decorated with the royal portraits that exude a quaint regal ambience.

Other Tourist Places in Bissau

Other places to see are the Raj Ki Chattri (a cenotaph ) of the Thakur Hammir Singh which has paintings on it. There are also religious places including Temple of Venkat Bihari Ji and Temple of Narsingh Deo Ji .

So are you excited to explore the different tourist attractions of Bissau, you can do booking your tour to Rajasthan, whereby you can visit these age old Rajasthan Havelis.

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Narudin Farooqi Haveli in Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan – Distinct Mughal Influence Adorns the Haveli

Jhunjhunu Is the biggest town in Shekhawati region and is the district administrative head quarter for the region. It is located a 180 kms from Jaipur city and 245 kms from Delhi.

The town was founded by Khemkhani Nawabs in the 15th century.

Rani Sati Temple in Jhunjhunu

Rani Sati Temple in Jhunjhunu

Painted Havelis in Jhunjhunu

Jhunjhunu has countless painted havelis. These mansions were built by prosperous merchants in the nineteenth century.

The colorful paintings on walls and ceilings depict the culture, fauna and flora of the land of Rajasthan.

Some of the famous havalis of Jhujhunu include : Kaniram Narsinghdas Tibrewal Haveli, Mohanlal Ishwardas Haveli, Narudin Farooqi Haveli and Modi Haveli.

Narudin Farooqi Haveli in Jhujhunu

Narudin Farooqi Haveli has a floral motif in Muslim style which uses prominent blue color. The haveli opens up with a huge, carved wooden gate that leads to a courtyard. This courtyard leads to rooms that are again lined by long running corridors. White and blue rule the show at the frescos that cover the walls at haveli.

Rani Sati Temple

Jhunjhunu is also famous for the Rani Sati Temple. Although the practice of Sati is banned in India, however, places of Sati are very popular with locals and Rajasthanis of other states. These people value traditional fidelity.

More than 100,000 devotees visit this temple every year for a fair.

Other tourist places  in Jhujhunu include Badalgarh Fort; Jorawargarh Fort built by Thakur Jorawar Singh, the son of Thakur Shardul Singh Shekhawat; Akhegarh Fort and Khetri Mahal.

Jhunjhunu is also notable for murals. If you wish to shop here, head off to Nehru Market, Cloth Market and Phootla Bazar.

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Anandilal Poddar Haveli in Nawalgarh – Largest and Most Spectacular Architecture in Shekhawati Region of Rajasthan

Nawalgarh, a fascinating town in Shekhawati region of Rajasthan, was founded by Nawal Singh in 1737.

The town has a college with a British clock tower and hundreds of old and new painted havelis. Many of the better known Rajasthani merchant families come from here.

Anandilal Poddar Haveli in Nawalgarh Rajasthan

Anandilal Poddar Haveli in Nawalgarh Rajasthan

Places to Visit in Nawalgarh – Havelis, Temples

The Thakurs of Nawalgarh also had a great passion for buildings. Many structures of the early 20th century still stand. Among them is Roop Niwas, Anandilal Poddar Haveli,  Chokhani Haveli,  and Aath Haveli Complex.

Walking Through Nawalgarh’s street, there is much to discover. You can find Shiva Temple with a multi headed lingam; tiled cenotaph and a painting school.

Anandilal Poddar Haveli in Nawalgarh

This haveli in Nawalgarh is now a museum displaying the wedding costumes of different communities of Rajasthan.  Built in the year 1902, the Anandilal Poddar Haveli, Nawalgarh has an array of beautiful frescoes, murals and exclusive artwork which attracts tourists from all over.

The frescoes depict different images of royal knights and kings men, of Krishna surrounded by the Gopis and cow herds. You can also find here the painting of a motor cars, pillars, archways and gleaming brass doors.

We can arrange a personal tour of Shekhwati Havelis, please view one of our special package of Heritage Rajasthan Tour.

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Aath Haveli Complex in Nawalgarh – Home of Best Haveli Frescoes and Mural in the Shekhawati Region in Rajasthan

Nawalgarh, lying south-west of Jhunjhunu boasts of some of the finest frescoes in the Shekhawati region. Founded in 1737 AD by Thakur Nawal Singh Ji Bahadur (Shekhawat), Nawalgarh was surrounded by a wall and four gates allowing entry to the village.

Nawalgarh Havelis in RajasthanIt is a prosperous town and much of the affluent business clan of modern India trace their origin to Nawalgarh.

Nawalgarh Famous Havelies

In Nawalgarh, It is worth to see that there is a Aath(Eight) Haveli complexes  comprising of Bansidhar Bhagat Haveli, Chokhani Haveli, Anandilal Poddar Haveli, Jodhraj Patodia Haveli and Dangaic Haveli.

The frescoes and mural in these havelis are extremely attractive and reflect immense skill and aesthetic prowess of the workmen who created them.

Aath Haveli Complex in Nawalgarh

The Aath Haveli, Nawalgarh is located on the western side of the Nawalgarh Fort.

Aath Haveli has some of the best haveli frescos in the region. These frescos and murals show the transition in painting styles through the periods. One of the paintings depicts a steam locomotive while others show mammoth images of elephants, horses and camels.

Like all havelis, the Aath Haveli opens into a courtyard surrounded by verandahs that lead to rooms. The interiors of the Haveli are covered with intricate frescos in vibrant colors.

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Ganeriwal Haveli in Mukundgarh – A Part of Shekhawati Region in Rajasthan

Mukandgarh, a part of Shekhawati region, is a municipality in Jhunjhunu district in Rajasthan.  It was founded by Thakur Mukund Singh Saheb with Seth Sevek Ram Ghuwalewala. The Kanodias also played an important role for it. It was the Thikana of Bhojrajji Ka Shekhawats.

Mukundgarh Haveli

It has few mosques and many temples. The iron scissors, textiles and brass ware made here are of extremely dood quality. Fine frescos can be seen at the kanoria, Ganeriwala, Murarka and Saraf Havelis in Mukandgarh . Also worth a visit are Shiv Temple, Gopinath temple and Venugopal temple.

Ganeriwal Haveli in Mukundgarh

Intricately Carved Facade on Walls

The Ganeriwal Haveli in Mukundgarh is stunning right from the intricately carved facade to courtyard walls; visitors will notice vibrant fresco and murals.

These Narrative murals depicting scenes from local legends, the life of Lord Krishna and depicting episodes from mythologies, are fascinating and tell stories belonging to the rich Indian traditions.

Massive Carved Wooden Gate

Like most havelis in the Shekhawati region, the Ganrriwal Haveli in Mukundgarh opens with a massive carved wooden gate.  The entrance leads to a small courtyard that gives way into a larger courtyard, another peculiarity of Rajasthani architecture.

It was not cramped like a drawing room or dining room, thus allowing the entire family and you must remember that the traditional wealthy joint family in Rajasthan, indeed in most of India, consisted of generations, and an assorted group of service providers such as maids, cooks,  to cooked, played, gossiped, and celebrated together.

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Sis Ram Ola – The Oldest candidate from Jhunjhunu Parliamentary Constituency in Rajasthan

Sis Ram Ola - Oldest Congress Candidate from Jhunjhunu

Sis Ram Ola - Oldest Congress Candidate from Jhunjhunu

Sis Ram Ola is contesting the  2009 Loksabha Elections as the  Congress candidate from the Jhunjhunu Parliamentary Constituency in Rajasthan State. Ola has been representing this constituency since 1996.

Sheesh Ram has been active for the last fifty years as a Gandhian constructive worker from the time of the Quit India Movement. He has always mingled with the villagers and had remained their friend, philosopher and guide.

He had served twice in the state cabinet of Rajasthan in the capacity of a minister, had tried to bring water to the desert and has done pioneering work in the field of education.

In this election he will contest against Dashrath Singh who belongs to BJP Party.

Political and Personal  Profile

Sis Ram Ola by profession is an Agriculturist, Defense Personnel, Political & Social Worker. He was born on 30th July 1927 to father Shri Choudhary Mangla Ram at Ardawata, Distt. Jhunjhunu (Rajasthan). He married Sheobai and have two sons and one daughter.

He was a Member of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly from 1957 to 1990, and from 1980 to 1990 he was a Cabinet Minister in the Government of Rajasthan. From 1993 to 1996, he was again a Member of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly. In 1996, he was elected to the 11th Lok Sabha and  worked as  Union Minister of State for Chemicals and Fertilizers  from 1996 to 1997 and Union Minister of State for Water Resources from 1997 to 1998.

He was re-elected to the 12th Lok Sabha in 1998, the 13th Lok Sabha in 1999, and the 14th Lok Sabha in 2004. He was Union Cabinet Minister of Labour and Employment from May 23, 2004 to November 27, 2004

Sis Ram Ola was the recipient of the Padma Shri award in 1968 for social work.

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