Will Delhi’s Identity Change? Demand Rises to Rename National Capital After Kerala

Will Delhi’s Identity Change? Demand Rises to Rename National Capital After Kerala

New Delhi: February 25, 2026

Following Centre’s decision to rename Kerala as ‘Keralam’, political buzz now surrounds national capital Delhi. BJP MP from Chandni Chowk, Praveen Khandelwal, strongly demands renaming Delhi to “Indraprastha”. He wrote to Home Minister Amit Shah and Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, urging Delhi Assembly resolution.​

MP’s Rationale

Current name ‘Delhi’ medieval legacy; ‘Indraprastha’ true ancient Mahabharata-era identity. Cites ASI excavations at Purana Qila yielding 1000 BCE artifacts linking to Pandavas’ capital.​

Suggests Pandava statues citywide for youth heritage connection.

Broader Proposals

Like Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Prayagraj—historical revival boosts national pride. ‘Indraprastha’ already used in institutions, easing adoption.

Appeal: Consult historians/experts to initiate process, restoring capital’s cultural continuity.

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