How Can a State's Name Be Changed? Understand the Process

Under Article 3 of the Indian Constitution, the Parliament can change the name of any state. The procedure to rename a state is the determination of change in the area, boundaries, or name of the state.

Process of State Renaming

Proposal of State: In case the government of any state wants to rename its state, it should make a resolution in the state assembly.
Central Approval: The proposal then goes to the central government where it is considered and passed as approved.
Clearances: On approval, NOCs have to be taken by the central government from departments and agencies like Home Ministry, Intelligence Bureau, Survey of India, Postal Department, and Registrar General.

Procedure at Parliament

After obtaining clearances, the central government presents a bill in both houses of Parliament. Once the bill is passed, it is sent to the President for his assent. Once the President gives his assent, a notification is issued, and from that day onwards, the name is officially changed.

Time and Reason for Renaming

It may take months or years to rename a state. And there must be a strong reason for renaming it. The last great amendment related to renaming was held in 1953, which points out the serious legal procedure adopted here.