From 'meaningless' to 'much needed', renaming Port Blair evokes mixed reactions

Port Blair has been renamed Sri Vijaya Puram by Union Home Minister Amit Shah to erase colonial imprints, a move supported by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. While some residents welcome the change, others criticize it for disregarding local history and sacrifices. Many locals express frustration over the lack of consultation in this decision.
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