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09/13/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/13/2024 10:54

The name ‘Sri Vijaya Puram’ honours the rich history and heroic people of Andaman and Nicobar islands: PM

The name 'Sri Vijaya Puram' honours the rich history and heroic people of Andaman and Nicobar islands: PM

13 Sep, 2024

The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today emphasised that the name "Sri Vijaya Puram" pays tribute to the heroic people of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and symbolizes a break from colonial legacies.

Reacting to a tweet on X by Home Minister Shri Amit Shah, Shri Modi wrote:

"The name Sri Vijaya Puram honours the rich history and heroic people of Andaman and Nicobar islands. It also reflects our commitment to break free from the colonial mindset and celebrate our heritage."

The name Sri Vijaya Puram honours the rich history and heroic people of Andaman and Nicobar islands. It also reflects our commitment to break free from the colonial mindset and celebrate our heritage. https://t.co/m1Cwlk38tb

- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 13, 2024