Navsari (નવસારી) is a district in southern Gujarat, India, with its administrative headquarters in Navsari city. It lies near the Arabian Sea, south of Surat, and includes coastal plains, farming areas and inland settlements. The district is known for its Parsi heritage, agricultural production and connections to the Tata family.
Gujarati is widely spoken, and the population includes tribal communities, particularly in the eastern areas. Farming, horticulture, trade and small businesses support the economy; mangoes, chikoo and sugarcane are important crops. Notable places include Dandi, where Mahatma Gandhi’s 1930 Salt March culminated, and the National Salt Satyagraha Memorial. Navsari city’s Parsi religious and cultural institutions reflect its longstanding community history.
Common civic concerns include reliable drinking water, drainage, road maintenance and waste management. Flood preparedness matters in vulnerable areas, while coastal communities face erosion and livelihood pressures. Residents also care about schools, healthcare, agricultural support, public transport and access to services in rural and tribal areas.