India renames Port Blair to "Sri Vijaya Puram" to remove colonial influence and honor historical significance.

India's government has renamed Port Blair, the capital of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, to "Sri Vijaya Puram" to eliminate colonial influences. Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced the change, emphasizing its symbolism of victory in India's freedom struggle. The name honors the islands' historical significance, including their role in the independence movement and as a site for notable events like the first unfurling of the Indian flag by Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose.

September 13, 2024
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