President Murmu renames Durbar Hall and Ashok Hall in Rashtrapati Bhavan

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday renamed two significant halls in Rashtrapati Bhavan. The ‘Durbar Hall’ will now be known as ‘Ganatantra Mandap’, and ‘Ashok Hall’ has been renamed ‘Ashok Mandap’.

According to a release issued by the Rashtrapati Bhavan, the renaming initiative aligns with continuous efforts to make the residence more accessible and reflective of Indian cultural values.

This renaming comes amid several changes in place names across India since the Bharatiya Janata Janata Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government came to power. However, it is important to note that President Murmu’s decision is an independent decision and does not relate to the ruling party in any other measure, save for timing.