Raj Bhavan Becomes Lok Bhavan: A New Era for Manipur

The official renaming of Raj Bhavan in Manipur to Lok Bhavan follows a nationwide directive from the home ministry. This change, effective from December 3, is part of a broader initiative to rename Raj Bhavans and Raj Niwas as Lok Bhavan and Lok Niwas respectively.

In a significant move, the Raj Bhavan in Manipur has been renamed as Lok Bhavan, according to a statement released on Friday. This renaming aligns with a countrywide directive from the home ministry to rebrand Raj Bhavans as Lok Bhawans and Raj Niwas as Lok Niwas.

The official notification from the governor's secretariat confirms that the change, effective December 3, reflects a broader national effort to unify the naming of official residences.

The directive aims to imbue a sense of inclusivity and representativeness, as the use of 'Lok' suggests a closer connection with the people. Manipur's transition to Lok Bhavan signifies this ideological shift.

(With inputs from agencies.)