The Indian Army has decided to change the names of 246 roads, buildings, and residential colonies across the country. These places previously carried names from the British colonial era. The army has replaced these with the names of Indian war heroes and gallantry award winners. This move aims to honor the sacrifices of Indian soldiers and remove colonial symbols from military stations.
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Which places have been renamed?
The list includes 124 roads, 77 residential colonies, and 27 buildings. Additionally, 18 other facilities like parks, playgrounds, and gates have received new names. The changes affect various cantonments including Delhi, Ambala, Jaipur, and Kolkata. The famous Mall Road in Delhi Cantonment will now be known as Arun Khetarpal Marg. Similarly, Kirby Place in Delhi has been renamed Kenguruse Vihar to honor a brave soldier.
List of major name changes
Many popular locations in military areas have got new identities. The following table shows some of the key changes made by the Army:
| City / Old Name | New Name |
|---|---|
| Delhi: Mall Road | Arun Khetarpal Marg |
| Delhi: Kirby Place | Kenguruse Vihar |
| Ambala: Patterson Road | Dhan Singh Thapa Enclave |
| Mathura: New Horn Lines | Abdul Hamid Lines |
| Jaipur: Queens Line Road | Sundar Singh Marg |
| Bareilly: New Woodwood Lines | Thimayya Colony |
| Mhow: Malcolm Lines | Piru Singh Lines |
| Kolkata: Fort William | Vijay Durg |
| Dehradun (IMA): Collins Block | Nubra Block |
| Zakhama: Spear Lake Road | Hangpan Dada Marg |
Why were these changes made?
The decision came after suggestions to move away from colonial history. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh had earlier emphasized the need to rename British-era structures. The new names reflect Indian values and the bravery of soldiers who fought for the nation. Facilities at the Indian Military Academy in Dehradun and the Eastern Command Headquarters in Kolkata are also part of this major renaming drive.
