Rajasthan Government Renames Historical British-Era Landmarks
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| Why in the news? | The Rajasthan government has renamed two British-era landmarks in Ajmer to honor Indian heritage. |
| Foy Sagar Lake | - Originally named after British engineer Mr. Foy.- Built in 1892 as a famine relief project.- Renamed to Varun Sagar after Lord Varun, the Hindu god of water.- A statue of Lord Varun and a ghat will be constructed for prayers.- Worshipped by the Sindhi community. |
| King Edward Memorial Bhawan | - Originally named after King Edward VII.- Located on Railway Station Road, Ajmer.- Renamed to Maharishi Dayanand Vishrant Grih after Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati, founder of Arya Samaj.- Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati attained nirvana in Ajmer. |
| Official Process and Justification | - Renaming process completed by Ajmer Municipal Corporation.- Aimed at erasing colonial remnants and restoring cultural pride.- Names were reminders of British colonial rule. |