Port Blair Renamed as Sri Vijaya Puram: A Symbol of Reclaiming Historical Identity

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's initiative to rename Port Blair as Sri Vijaya Puram aims to erase colonial legacies and reclaim historical identity. BJP president JP Nadda and Union Home Minister Amit Shah lauded the move, highlighting its significance in honoring freedom fighters and their sacrifices.

Renaming of Port Blair as Sri Vijaya Puram embodies Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of erasing colonial legacies and reclaiming 'our historical identity,' BJP national president JP Nadda said on Friday, calling the move a 'significant step.'

His comment came after Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced renaming of Port Blair, the capital city of the Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, as Sri Vijaya Puram.

Hailing the move, Nadda said in a post on X, 'The decision to rename Port Blair as Sri Vijaya Puram embodies Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji's vision of erasing colonial legacies and reclaiming our historical identity.' The previous name carried echoes of colonial rule but every mention of Sri Vijaya Puram will now serve as a tribute to the resilience and sacrifices of the freedom fighters who fought to dismantle the shackles of colonial oppression, he said. 'This renaming marks a significant step towards embracing a future free from colonial imprints,' the BJP chief added.

(With inputs from agencies.)