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Title: India Contemplates Officially Changing Name to Bharat
In a surprising move, the government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi has altered the name “India” to the Sanskrit term “Bharat” in the ceremonial dinner invitations for the highly anticipated G20 summit. This unexpected change has sparked widespread speculation that the government may be considering an official name change for the country.
The invitations, which referred to Droupadi Murmu as the “President of Bharat” instead of the “President of India,” have prompted discussions on whether this alteration is a mere formality or a sign of a more profound transformation. As India hosts this influential summit, attracting prominent world leaders, the spotlight is on the country’s potential transition.
India, officially recognized by both names, is commonly known as India worldwide. However, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), currently in power, advocates for the use of Bharat as the country’s recognized name, suggesting that India signifies a “symbol of slavery” imposed during British colonial rule. Critics argue that the BJP’s motive is an attempt to promote Hindu nationalism and establish an ethnocentric Hindu state.
This development is part of a series of name changes aimed at breaking free from India’s Mughal and colonial past. The government’s apparent agenda to reclaim India’s Hindu heritage has led to debates and opposition from various political parties. They maintain that both India and Bharat should coexist in addressing the nation.
Notably, the BJP leaders have criticized the Congress party for objecting to the proposed name change. The disagreement over India vs Bharat has escalated recently with opposition parties forming an alliance to challenge Narendra Modi in the upcoming 2024 elections.
As rumors circulate, sources have suggested that the government may present a resolution during a special parliamentary session in September to formally change the country’s name. The potential resolution will likely ignite further political debates and shape the future direction of the nation.
It remains to be seen whether the recent alteration in the G20 dinner invitations is merely a symbolic gesture or a precursor to an official name change. As the international community awaits India’s decision, discussions surrounding this matter are bound to intensify, shaping the socio-political landscape and drawing attention to the country’s historical roots.
