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Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath Renames Bhadohi District as Sant Ravidas Nagar Bhadohi
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 04 Oct 2026, 08:17 PM
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Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced that Bhadohi district will officially be renamed Sant Ravidas Nagar Bhadohi, marking the fifth such renaming in the state.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced a change in the name of Bhadohi district during a public event. The district will now be officially called Sant Ravidas Nagar Bhadohi, reflecting the legacy of the 15th‑century saint revered by many communities.
The renaming is the fifth instance of a district name change in Uttar Pradesh under the current administration, part of a broader effort to honor historical and cultural figures. Officials said all government records, signboards and digital platforms will be updated to reflect the new designation.
Local authorities have been instructed to complete the administrative formalities within the stipulated timeline, and a ceremony is planned to unveil the new name plaques at the district headquarters.
The decision has drawn mixed reactions from residents, with some welcoming the tribute to Sant Ravidas and others expressing concerns over the practical implications of the change.
The state government affirmed that the renaming will not affect the district's administrative functions or development projects, which will continue as scheduled.
The renaming is the fifth instance of a district name change in Uttar Pradesh under the current administration, part of a broader effort to honor historical and cultural figures. Officials said all government records, signboards and digital platforms will be updated to reflect the new designation.
Local authorities have been instructed to complete the administrative formalities within the stipulated timeline, and a ceremony is planned to unveil the new name plaques at the district headquarters.
The decision has drawn mixed reactions from residents, with some welcoming the tribute to Sant Ravidas and others expressing concerns over the practical implications of the change.
The state government affirmed that the renaming will not affect the district's administrative functions or development projects, which will continue as scheduled.