bengaluru: Name-change odyssey: Bengaluru gears up for elections
On the other hand, some traditional names underwent alterations. Hanumant Nagar, a name steeped in history, has been updated to Gavi Gangadhareshwara Nagar, paying homage to one of the oldest temples. Basavanagudi has been renamed Dodda Ganapati, drawing inspiration from the Big Bull temple. Conversely, Girinagar has been rebranded as Swamy Vivekananda ward.
Source: indiatimes.com