Indian Army renames 246 roads and buildings replacing colonial era names with Indian military heroes
Indian Army Renames 246 Sites To Remove Colonial Legacy
The Indian Army has renamed 246 roads, buildings and facilities across military stations as part of an initiative to remove colonial-era references and reflect Indian military heritage. The changes were carried out across multiple commands following an internal review.
Indian Army Renaming Colonial Era Infrastructure
The renamed locations earlier carried names linked to British officers and colonial terminology. The Army replaced them with names associated with Indian military heroes, historic battles and national values.
Officials said the move aims to align military spaces with the country’s own history and traditions while strengthening institutional identity.
Honouring Indian Military Heritage
Many installations now bear names of gallantry award winners, notable commanders and significant operations from different wars. The initiative is intended to recognise contributions of Indian soldiers across generations.
Military authorities indicated that naming decisions were made after consultations and historical verification to ensure relevance and accuracy.
Part Of Wider De Colonialisation Effort
The renaming exercise is part of broader steps across institutions to remove colonial symbols from official spaces. The Army has been gradually updating insignia, traditions and commemorative practices to reflect indigenous legacy.
Officials noted that operational functioning remains unchanged while the symbolic identity of locations has been updated.
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