Kerala Renamed to Keralam Amid Nationwide State Renaming Trend

Kerala has officially adopted the name Keralam, according to a report by Moneycontrol.com. The change is part of a broader trend of state and union territory renamings that have taken place since India’s independence. While the article does not detail the legislative process, it highlights Kerala’s new designation as Keralam in the context of other states such as Tamil Nadu and Odisha that have also seen name changes. The renaming reflects ongoing efforts to align state identities with local linguistic and cultural preferences. Further details on the implementation and public reception are expected to follow.