town, northeastern Maharashtra (Mahārāshtra) state, western India. It lies on the Wainganga River east of Nagpur. As a fording place across the river, it developed as a commercial centre; industries include the manufacture of brass ware and cigarettes. It houses a college affiliated with the University of Nagpur. Rice covers most of the surrounding cultivated area. The area is rich in mineral resources, particularly manganese, iron, and chromite ores. Pop. (2001) 85,213.