Reborn In 17th century India with Black Technology

Dakshin Bharatiya Empire, Vijayanagara state, capital city - Hampi.

|| 1655 Vedic Calendar, three months and four weeks after the New Year ||

In the Hampi Royal Palace, Vijay woke up with a drowsy expression as he had slept late the previous night. He had been going through the bank establishment plans submitted by Jagannath Mohan and Rajesh. The framework for the establishment of the centralized bank had been almost completed, but there were still some details that needed to be polished out.

After breakfast served by Kavya, he quickly got dressed in his royal attire. Previously, the traditional attire had been uncomfortable and complex to wear, but now he opted for a sherwani, which was much more convenient. After being clothed in garments designed by his wife, he left for Bengaluru.

Vijay hadn’t inspected the new capital city for a long time. Well, what could he say? He had been busy with all the affairs piling up on top of each other. Additionally, the reason why he chose to visit Bangalore today of all days was because Vishwakarma had informed him of several projects in the empire being completed. So, he had to talk to him because he had a new project for Vajra Karma to handle.

Although he would have preferred the old man to do the project, he already felt guilty for extending his work for so long, so he couldn’t ask him for much more. Therefore, he decided to settle with his son, who was also quite talented but just not as experienced. Maybe after working in Bangalore City with his father, he gained some experience to take over this new project.

After the carriage ride, which took a few hours to reach from Hampi to Bengaluru, Vijay strolled through the streets, inspecting the progress of the work. Immediately, he noticed that the city was very different from the capital Hampi. Everywhere he looked, buildings were being constructed with stone and Roman cement, giving the city an architectural marvel-like appearance. Nôv(el)B\\jnn

Despite feeling a little guilty for constantly upgrading the plans of the capital city even after finalizing the designs, Vijay was determined not to let the capital city of Bharat be any lesser than the amazing cities of the West and Middle East.

He made sure that Bengaluru was no less iconic than great cities like the Forbidden City of China, the ancient city of Athens in Greece, the historic City of Constantinople in the Roman Empire, the grandeur of Rome, the ancient city of Babylon, and even the more recent Parisianapolis.

Taking inspiration from the movie Bahubali from his previous life, Vijay instructed Vishvakarma to design more buildings in the style of the Maheshmati kingdom, detailing the aesthetics he envisioned. As construction progressed, he marvelled at how the structures surpassed his expectations, their grandeur unfolding before his eyes.

In the distance, he observed large, magnificent buildings taking shape, with groups of elephants labouring alongside workers to haul massive stones, which resembled a mountain.

Amidst the bustling activity, Vijay noticed the efficiency with which the work was being carried out. Tasks were divided, and specialization was evident as workers seamlessly passed gravel for the foundation from one pair of hands to the next.

Vijay was satisfied with this progress. According to the design, the height of the building at the city centre, which would serve as the parliament building of Bharat, was going to be greater than that of the Lincoln Cathedral in England and the pyramids of Giza in Egypt.

The new parliament of Bharat would stand at a height of 200 meters or 656 feet, with several hundred acres of land around it left for expansion if needed. Additionally, his palace had also been upgraded from a luxurious palace to a fortress, twice the size of the Pantheon in Rome.

Overall, Vijay was extremely pleased with the current design of Bengaluru, deeming it complete with no further changes necessary. As he strolled through the city, he admired the wide roads equipped with drainage channels reminiscent of those from the Indus Valley Civilization, known for their advanced drainage systems.

These channels would efficiently divert floodwater, though such occurrences were rare given Bengaluru’s geography. Yet, Vijay believed in preparedness for any eventuality, noting even the bathrooms at street corners were connected to the city’s drainage system.

Additionally, he observed that the existing lake had been expanded, making it one of the largest lakes in the empire, serving as a water reservoir for Bengaluru City.

This was done because Vijay emphasized the importance of ensuring that Bangalore City had sufficient water reserves, envisioning it as more than just a high-tech metropolitan area, but also a city with essential infrastructure to support its growth and development, Unlike in the future where it just became a desert city without proper water resources.

Continuing his walk, Vijay observed the construction of police stations and schools, reflecting the city’s development. Ample space beside the roads allowed for future expansion or bridge construction, aligning with his vision of a spacious layout.

Further along, Vijay admired meticulously landscaped parks, providing green spaces for urban residents. The Central Park of Bengaluru, with a planned area of 7 square kilometres, surpassed even New York’s Central Park in size. What set the Park of Bengaluru apart was its unique integration within the urban landscape.

Stretching in different directions for multiple kilometers at a time, the park was not confined to a square shape. It could be accessed from various parts of the city, enhancing its accessibility. Additionally, the park featured dedicated cycling and rollerblading paths, making it future-proof.

Vijay envisioned that in the future, the park would have the highest foot traffic globally, serving as the shortest path through the city. As cycling and rollerblading gained popularity, the park became a favourite recreational spot for residents and visitors alike.

As he strolled through the city, Vijay also passed by the Bhartiya Academy of Sciences. Constructed during the early days when Bengaluru was chosen as the capital of the empire, the academy had served various purposes over the years. Recently, it had been upgraded to the executive Education Department of the Empire.

Recognizing the need for expansion, Vijay commissioned Vishvakarma to enlarge the Bhartiya Academy of Sciences, aligning its scale with that of his royal palace.

After inspecting most of the ongoing construction projects in the city, Vijay made his way to a small tent where the old man was staying. Upon spotting Vijay, the old man hurriedly tried to rise to greet him, but it was evident that he had strained his back, resulting in a small groan of discomfort.

Concerned that the old man might exacerbate his injury, Vijay quickly urged him to sit down. "Hey, Old Man, I need you to stick around a while longer. take a seat," Vijay said, his tone reflecting his genuine concern for the old man’s well-being.

"Thank you, Your Majesty," Vishwakarma said, visibly relieved. Lately, he hadn’t been feeling his best; his body had slowed down, making it challenging to handle even daily tasks. Thankfully, his disciple and son, Vajra Karma, had been efficiently managing most of the affairs. Vishwakarma was reassured by Vajra Karma’s competence after a few days of inspection, allowing him to rest at ease.

"So, Vishwakarma, how is the work progressing?" Vijay inquired.

"It has been progressing very efficiently, Your Majesty," Vishwakarma responded with a broad smile on his face. "With the support provided by you, we have been able to expedite the construction process. Currently, With almost a million workers involved, The work progressed quickly as we have completed the construction of the Lost City of Ter, along with the refurbishing of Bhubaneswar.

Additionally, the construction of the Divya Vishnu Prasadam Mandir in Sri Lanka is halfway complete. Furthermore, the expansion projects in the temples in Rameswaram and the Jagannath Temple in Puri have been completed."

"With a few more months, the remaining temples and the Dharmic mosque should also be completed," he concluded.

"As for the new capital city, it should be completed within a year according to my estimates," Vishwakarma remarked confidently. Hearing the results, Vijay nodded his head in appreciation, satisfied with the progress. He recognized the tremendous merit of Vishwakarma in completing the task in almost half the expected time from its original plan.

Additionally, Vijay was pleased to learn that Vishwakarma had been recently shortlisted to be granted the title of nobility, firmly believing that he truly deserved such recognition.

"Where is your disciple?" Vijay inquired.

"He should be back soon, Your Majesty. It is his time for lunch," Vishwakarma replied.

Vajra Karma appeared more capable and experienced, evident from his demeanour and aura. Vijay inspected him closely and asked him a series of questions, much like he did with Vishwakarma. He found Vajra Karma’s answers to be very satisfactory. After being content with the answers he received, Vijay finally got to the point.

"I have a new project for you," he said. "I need you to design and complete it. However, this time, the challenge will be similar to designing the royal capital, if not greater, due to the differences in location and the type of city you will be designing. And all this should be done without the help of your master. Can you do it?"

Vajra Karma and Vishwakarma exchanged glances, both surprised for the same reason: His Majesty had not asked Vishwakarma to take over the project, but his disciple.

Vishwakarma felt a mix of shock and pride that Vajra Karma had received His Majesty’s approval, while Vajra Karma felt a mix of shock and sadness that his master and father had aged to the point where His Majesty preferred to delegate tasks to him. Despite the unexpected turn of events, the proposal was not refused.

Observing the agreement reflected in their eyes, Vijay soon continued, taking out a map to show them. "This is an island that has recently been captured by the empire called the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It is strategically located at the intersection of the Indian Ocean and the Malacca Strait, making it crucial for trade with other Southeast Asian countries.

This right here is called the 10-degree channel, and it could be an important naval route for Asian countries to trade with each other. So, I need you to design and construct a city on the main island of Nicobar. I want the city to be the trading hub of Asia, with excellent docks and naval facilities for both our military naval vessels and trading vessels.

I need it to be the biggest port and dock in the history of the empire. Design the city as a trading point for all Asian countries, with its port having a capacity of no less than 500,000 tonnes. Also, leave the coastal area free of any solid infrastructure, as if the port needs to be expanded, I don’t want the solid infrastructure to be demolished."

Once again, Vajra Karma and his father were shocked by the scope imagined by His Majesty the Emperor. However, Vajra Karma rose to the opportunity as the first chance to prove himself independent of his father. He readily accepted, saying, "Leave it to me, Your Majesty. I will fulfil each and every one of your requirements."

"Good, but this project is not so urgent to start. Complete the construction of the capital city first. After that, there are some hindrances to the new project. Once they are cleared, I will give you the green signal for this construction."

"As you wish, Your Majesty."

"Until then, provide me with a design drawing for the city."

"Yes, Your Majesty."

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