🧩 Crossword Puzzle: Indian States & Capitals

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Across
  1. 1. This cultural capital on the Hooghly River was once India’s capital. (7)
  2. 3. The Bollywood city and capital of a western coastal state. (6)
  3. 8. The capital of the southernmost state, with a long name and beaches. (14)
  4. 9. This state is famous for its Jagannath Temple and Rath Yatra festival. (6)
Down
  1. 2. This southern state is famous for Charminar and biryani. (9)
  2. 4. This tech-savvy city is known as the “Silicon Valley of India.” (9)
  3. 5. This city is home to Marina Beach and classical music. (7)
  4. 6. This state is home to the Gir National Park and the Sabarmati River. (7)
  5. 7. Known as the Pink City, this capital is full of forts and palaces. (6)