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The Ghaziabad name change proposal sailed through the Corporation amid resonating Jai Shri Ram slogans.

  • Posted on January 9, 2024
  • Politics
  • By Arijit Dutta
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The Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation greenlights a name change amid chants of "Jai Shri Ram." With minimal dissent, the proposal awaits Uttar Pradesh government approval. Simultaneously, Aligarh gears up to become Harigarh, as its Municipal Corporation endorses the name change, signifying a trend of district renaming in Uttar Pradesh.

The Ghaziabad name change proposal sailed through the Corporation amid resonating Jai Shri Ram slogans. Image Source -www.english.jagran.com

In a significant move, the Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation recently witnessed a fervent session marked by the resounding approval of a proposal to change the city's name. Amidst spirited discussions, the proposal secured majority support, with the assembly hall echoing with chants of "Jai Shri Ram," "Vande Mataram," and "Bharat Mata ki Jai."

This decision to rename Ghaziabad has sparked intense debates and discussions across Uttar Pradesh. The proposal's passage through the Municipal Corporation encountered only nominal opposition, as merely two councilors opposed the move. The overwhelming endorsement, punctuated by patriotic slogans, has set the stage for the next crucial step in this process—the approval from the Uttar Pradesh government.

The city's potential renaming is part of a larger trend within the state, where numerous districts and railway stations have undergone name changes in recent times. This alteration in Ghaziabad's name represents a continuation of this trend, reflecting the ongoing societal and cultural shifts within Uttar Pradesh.

Simultaneously, another district, Aligarh, is gearing up for a transformation of its own. The Aligarh Municipal Corporation has initiated discussions proposing a name change, aiming to rebrand the city as "Harigarh." The proposal swiftly garnered support within the corporation and is now poised for the next stage of approval.

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This resurgence in talks surrounding district name changes reflects a broader conversation about cultural identity and historical representations. The implications of such changes resonate deeply within the socio-political fabric of Uttar Pradesh, sparking conversations about heritage, identity, and the evolving narrative of the state's history.

As Ghaziabad and Aligarh navigate these discussions, the state anticipates yet another significant decision regarding its cultural landscape. The debates surrounding these name changes underscore the complex interplay between tradition, identity, and contemporary aspirations within Uttar Pradesh's societal framework.

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