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Rashtrapati Bhavan, the President of India's amazing palace and office, received a monetary change on Thursday that pays homage to the country's rich cultural legacy. Ganatantra Mandap and Asok Mandap are the new names for the famous "Durbar Hall" and "Ashok Hall," respectively. With this choice, a major attempt has been made to bring Rashtrapati Bhavan's atmosphere into line with Indian cultural values and principles.
The names of ‘Durbar Hall’ and ‘Ashok Hall’ at Rashtrapati Bhawan changed to ‘Ganatantra Mandap’ and ‘Ashok Mandap’ pic.twitter.com/rOmIeUexPF
— Anwar Ahamed.IAS. (@AnwarAh63552241) July 25, 2024
An iconic representation of India's past, Rashtrapati Bhavan has always been more than just a place of government. It stands for both the history of the country and the strong spirit of its citizens. The renaming of these significant halls demonstrates an ongoing effort to improve the facility's accessibility and Indian cultural representation.
The location once known as "Durbar Hall," which hosted important ceremonies and national honors, is now called "Ganatantra Mandap." Originally, hearings or conferences ruled over by Indian kings and the British colonial government were called "durbars." The term 'Durbar' lost significance after India became a republic. The republican term, "ganatantra," is more in line with the nation's modern identity and democratic ideals. 'Ganatantra Mandap' thereby captures the principles of modern Indian democracy more accurately.
The ballroom known as "Ashok Hall" is now called "Ashok Mandap." 'Ashok' is a very meaningful name that represents someone who is happy and free from pain or suffering. It also honors Emperor Ashok, a historical figure well-known for his dedication to peace and unity. Renaming the hall 'Ashok Mandap' pays tribute to this heritage and represents the principles of peace and mutual understanding that Emperor Ashok stood for.
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➡दरबार हॉल और अशोक हॉल के नाम बदले
➡दरबार हॉल का नाम अब से गणतंत्र मंडप
➡अशोक हॉल का नाम अब से अशोक मंडप#Delhi | #bharatsamachar | #BreakingNews | #LatestUpdates | #RashtrapatiBhawan pic.twitter.com/Ehoav5Qfch
The adoption of these new titles by President Droupadi Murmu demonstrates a carefully planned strategy for honoring and conserving India's cultural legacy. To strengthen its significance and ties to Indian cultural values and become a living representation of the country's principles, Rashtrapati Bhavan is renaming these halls as part of its ongoing purpose.
This renaming is part of a larger initiative to guarantee that Rashtrapati Bhavan continues to represent the nation's ideals and historical foundations in addition to serving as the President's house. The modifications are meant to give the area greater importance and to better reflect India's republican development.
