AMRAVATI

Located in central Amaravati near Rajapeth, Gandhi Market is among the city’s oldest bazaars, a bustling hub for wholesale and retail trade. Its narrow lanes house shops selling textiles (cotton sarees, dress materials), household goods (utensils, decor), groceries, and agricultural tools (plows, sickles). Serving urban residents and farmers from talukas like Chandur and Morshi, the market peaks during festivals like Diwali, with surging demand for clothing, puja samagri (ritual items), and sweets.

Situated near Irwin Square, Shyam Chowk is a multipurpose market known for hardware (tools, fittings), construction materials (cement, tiles), and electronics (appliances, gadgets). A mix of formal shops and informal vendors lines its busy crossroads, catering to tradespeople and consumers. The market’s cultural significance is enhanced by its role as a venue for political rallies and public events, drawing crowds during elections and festivals. Its proximity to central Amaravati ensures constant footfall.

Near Amravati Railway Station, Cotton Market is historically significant for its role in the 19th-century cotton trade, when Vidarbha’s cotton fueled British textile industries. Though modern ginning mills have reduced its prominence, it remains a focal point for cotton farmers, ginners, and merchants dealing in seeds and pesticides. General stores now complement its offerings, maintaining its economic relevance. The market’s legacy as a driver of Amaravati’s prosperity endures, per Economic History of Vidarbha (Sharma, 1998).

Located near Rajkamal Square, Jawahar Bazar is a daily market specializing in fresh vegetables, fruits, flowers, and grains. Frequented by homemakers and small retailers, it thrives in the early mornings and evenings. Flower vendors, supplying marigolds and roses for weddings and festivals, add cultural vibrancy, particularly during Navaratri and marriage seasons. The market’s accessibility makes it a cornerstone of local life. It is also famous for selling utensils and gold. There is also a separate goldsmith line in Jawahar bazaar called Safara bazaar, which is known only for gold shopping.

Along the Amaravati–Paratwada Road, Rajapeth Market blends traditional and modern retail, offering footwear, plastic goods (buckets, containers), small electronics, and second-hand mobile accessories. Its proximity to schools and residential areas attracts students and lower-income families seeking affordable goods. The market’s old-world charm, with small shops alongside new outlets, reflects Amaravati’s evolving commerce.

Near Badnera Junction, this market caters to travelers and local workers, offering snacks (vada pav, samosas), tea, newspapers, and travel essentials (bags, toiletries). Active in the evenings, it supports Badnera’s suburban economy, driven by railway-related activity. Its informal vendors add a lively, transient character.

Located near Shastri Nagar, Motha Bazaar is Amaravati’s grain trade hub, supplying rice, tur dal, wheat, and pulses to restaurateurs, shopkeepers, and rural dealers. Sourcing from farming belts like Daryapur and Anjangaon, it features commission agents and storage godowns, ensuring bulk trade efficiency.

Busyland Market is a prominent retail and wholesale textile hub known for its extensive range of apparel and fabrics. Spanning several blocks within the Busyland Complex, it serves as a central shopping destination for both locals and visitors.

The market is renowned for its diverse offerings, including traditional and contemporary clothing for men, women, and children. Shoppers can find a variety of garments such as cotton suits, bridal lehengas, hijabs, and gota patti lehengas. Notable stores like Manyavar and Mohey, as well as Aradhana Wholesale Shopping Mall, contribute to the market's reputation for quality and variety. 

Cityland Market is a prominent wholesale hub known for its extensive range of textiles and ready-made garments. Situated along Nagpur Road, it serves as a key destination for bulk buyers and retailers.

The market boasts a variety of shops offering products such as cotton T-shirts, men's and women's apparel, dress materials, and fancy sarees. Notable establishments include D Sons Apparels, Eeyo Fashions, and Shri Cash Traders, among others. 

Joshi Market, officially known as Veer Vamanrao Joshi Market, is a prominent shopping destination located in Shyam Chowk. This bustling market is renowned for its diverse offerings, including a wide range of clothing, accessories, and home decor items.

The market is home to numerous shops that cater to various fashion needs. For instance, ZARA Nx offers a variety of garments, while Mamajee provides a selection of dress materials. Additionally, New Lady Walk Footwear specializes in women's footwear, and Royal Home Decor offers home interior products.

Tapadia City Centre, located on Badnera Road near D-Mart in Gopal Nagar, Amravati, is the only mall in Western Vidarbha. Spanning over 3.5 lakh square feet across three floors, it offers a diverse range of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. The mall features a variety of national and international brands, catering to diverse fashion preferences. Its food court includes popular outlets like KFC, Pizza Hut, and Barbecue Nation, providing a variety of dining choices. Entertainment options include a 4-screen Miraj Cinemas multiplex and gaming zones such as Masti Zone and Kid's Joy.

In 1952, Amravati had twelve talkies (movie cinemas), and the main squares of the city were named after these talkies. They had been established primarily to provide entertainment for the thousands of traders, dealers, and transporters who came daily to the cotton markets, when around 30,000 traders visited the city every day, while the resident population was about 70,000. Because of this huge influx, the talkies played an important social and cultural role. On the global economic front, Amravati’s cotton in 1952 was considered marginally lower in quality compared to New York cotton, a fact reported in newspapers worldwide.

Rajkamal Square is the busiest and most famous commercial square in Amravati, often considered the heart of the city’s business and social activity. It serves as a key junction connecting major areas like Badnera Road, Irwin Square, and Camp, making it one of the most accessible and crowded spots in the city.

At this square stands the statue of Annasaheb Khaparde, a renowned freedom fighter, lawyer, and political leader from Amravati who played a significant role in India’s independence movement. The statue is a landmark and a point of pride for locals, symbolizing Amravati’s historical contribution to the freedom struggle.

Today, Rajkamal Square is surrounded by commercial complexes, retail shops, eateries, banks, and offices, making it the go-to place for shopping, business, and daily commuting. Its central location and cultural significance make it both a historical landmark and a modern commercial hub of Amravati.

Amravati district is widely known for its high-quality oranges, which are valued for their distinct flavour and aroma similar to the renowned Nagpur variety. The region hosts several major orange markets that support large-scale trade and export. Among these, the Warud APMC Digital Orange Market stands out as India’s first digital market for oranges, where fruits are graded by quality and farmers receive fair prices with prompt payments, marking a modern step in Amravati’s rich orange-growing tradition.