Shocking State Name Change: From Madras to Tamil Nadu
The Hindu
Discover the historical significance behind Kerala's name change to Keralam and its parallels with Tamil Nadu's shift from Madras. Explore why this matters now.
BJP government approves Kerala's name change to Keralam.
DMK's victory in 1967 led to Madras becoming Tamil Nadu.
C.N. Annadurai initiated the Tamil Nadu name change in 1967.
Historical debates shaped the identity and pride of Tamil Nadu.