Kerala to Keralam: Understanding the High Cost and Complex Process of State Name Changes in India, 1950-2026
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Kerala to Keralam: The High Cost and Complex Process of State Name Changes
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CNBC Awaaz•24-02-2026, 15:44
Kerala to Keralam: The High Cost and Complex Process of State Name Changes
•Changing a state's name is a costly and complex process, involving administrative and economic updates across various sectors.
•The process, governed by Article 3 of the Constitution, requires state assembly resolution, central government approval, parliamentary bill, and presidential assent.
•Estimated costs for a name change can range from 300 crore to 1000 crore rupees, covering updates to boards, maps, digital records, and infrastructure.
•The state government primarily bears the cost, while central agencies cover changes related to their departments like railways and postal services.
•Since 1950, approximately 11 states or union territories have changed names, with Kerala's proposed change to Keralam currently underway.
