History of Arrah
Arrah is the administrative headquarters for Bhojpur district which itself came into being in 1972 by separating Shahabad districts in two divisions, namely, Bhojpur and Rohtas for better managerial convenience. The current Bhojpur area came to reality in 1992 when Buxar segment of the region was separated as a new district. Ara also known as Arrah is presently headquarters of Bhojpur district in Bihar. Though the city has gone significant changes in recent decades but imprints of its past is still present and reminds the glory of age old eras.Origin of the name

Historical Account of Arrah
Arrah founds mention in various mythological and historical texts. One can find many age old temples and Jaina site in this part of Bihar. The city witnessed the famous battle of Buxar which was fought in the year 1764. During pre independence ear Bhojpur and Buxar were interlinked as a single unit. The battle led to the defeat of grand alliances between Mir Kasim, Nawab of Bengal, Mughal Emperor Shah Alam II and Shuja-ud-daulla, Nawab of Avadh. Major Hector Monro under the banner of East India Company wiped out the opponents. The battle is recorded in annals of history as it led to establishment of British rule and supremacy on firm footing in India.Role in the Rebellion of 1857
The region played imperative function in the rebellion of 1857 which is also known as First War of Independence. During outbreak of 'Sepoy Mutine' of 1857, Babu Kunwar Singh of Jagdishpur battled against the Biritish rule and was successful on many occasions. He brought down the Union Jack from Jagdishpur Fort and hoisted his flag. The interesting part is that he was eighty years old during the outbreak of rebellion but then also successfully countered Britisher in many occasions.Freedom Movement of 1942

This region has for all time presented as the model of collective harmony. People of each and every religious conviction energetically take part in the celebrations of each other. In addition to numerous temples of Hindus, Churches, Mosques, Gurudwaras and Jain temples are also in considerable numbers in the region. The renowned Aranya Devi temple and Shahi Masjid of Muslims are positioned in the heart of the city. There town has two churches and King George-V performed prayers in the cathedral located in the west of the town. The antique shrine of Lord Shiva named as ‘Sidhnath Mahadeo ’ in the Muhalla Bindtoli is supposed to be illustrated in the Ramayana.