Meerut is an important district of Western Uttar Pradesh. It is the third largest district of UP after Kanpur and Lucknow.

Meerut district is a part of Delhi NCR and one of the fastest growing districts owing to its improving connectivity with Delhi.

Meerut district is a part of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, and Meerut serves as the district headquarters for the Meerut district. The district is also included in the Meerut division. The administrative head of Meerut district is a District Magistrate, while the administrative head of the Meerut Division is an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer who holds the post of Divisional Commissioner.

Headquarters of Meerut district is in the city of Meerut, which is the largest city in the district and a major commercial and industrial center.

District Meerut comprises of three Tehsils:

• Meerut
• Mawana
• Sardhana

There area 662 villages, 17 urban bodies and 30 police stations.

The district is headed by a District Magistrate (DM).

Area : 2590 Sq.Km

GDP : 65336 (Crore Rs)

Per Capita Income : 132219 (Rs)

Population : 34.44 (Lakhs)

In the 18th century, Meerut became an important center of the Mughal Empire, and it was also a major hub for the East India Company. During the Indian Rebellion of 1857, Meerut was one of the first cities to witness a major revolt against the British, and it played a significant role in the rebellion.

After India gained independence in 1947, Meerut became part of the newly formed state of Uttar Pradesh. The city and district have since seen significant growth and development, particularly in the areas of industry, education, and agriculture.

Meerut has also played an important role in India's struggle for freedom and social justice. The city was home to several prominent leaders of the Indian independence movement, including Mangal Pandey, who is widely regarded as one of the first freedom fighters of India. Meerut was also a center of the Indian National Congress and played a key role in the Non-Cooperation Movement and the Quit India Movement.

Educational Institutes:

Meerut is a major educational hub with the presence of multiple universities. Some of the prominent educational institutions in Meerut district are:

• Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCSU).
• Swami Vivekanand Subharti University (SVSU)
• Meerut Institute of Engineering and Technology (MIET
• Subharti Dental College
• Meerut College
• Kendriya Vidyalaya Meerut Cantt
• Army Public School Meerut Cantt.
• Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture & Technology

Transportation:

Roadways: The district is well-connected to other cities in Uttar Pradesh and nearby states through a network of national highways, state highways and other major roads. It has a well-developed transport system like buses which is run by both government and private operators, taxis, auto-rickshaws, and cycle rickshaws that are easily available in the city.

Railway Connectivity: Served by two railway stations - Meerut City Junction and Meerut Cantt. These stations are connected to major cities in North India, including Delhi, Agra, and Lucknow, through several daily trains.

Airport Connectivity: The nearest airports to Meerut are Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi (70 km away) and the Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun (140 km away). Both airports are well-connected to major cities in India and other parts of the world.

• The district has a strong industrial base, with several manufacturing units producing textiles, sports goods, and electrical equipment.
• Agriculture is an important sector in the district with farmers growing crops such as sugarcane, wheat, and rice.
• The service sector in Meerut is also growing rapidly, with the city emerging as a major hub for education, healthcare, and retail services.
• It is recognized as the "Sports City of India" due to its reputation for promoting sports and producing talented athletes.
• There is a well-developed transportation infrastructure that connects the city with other parts of the district as well as with nearby cities and states.
• The district is also known for its leather industry and sports goods manufacturing, and is home to several universities and educational institutions.
• Historical town of Hastinapur (birthplace of the Pandavas and Kauravas of the Mahabharata epic) and the Bhura Dev Temple, which is believed to be one of the oldest temples in Indiais located in Meerut only.
• Big ticket project "Delhi-Meerut-RRTS" is India's first high speed Rapid Rail project which is being built by NCRTC and should be completed by 2024.