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Centre to rename Andaman and Nicobar's Port Blair to Sri Vijaya Puram

IndiaTimes Friday, 13 September 2024
The Centre has renamed Port Blair as Sri Vijaya Puram to eliminate its colonial legacy and acknowledge the Andaman and Nicobar Islands' contribution to India's freedom struggle. Home Minister Amit Shah announced this, emphasizing the island's historical significance, including its role during the Chola Empire and its strategic importance today.
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