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Kerala Officially Renamed Keralam as Onam Gift
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🗓 26 Aug 2026, 02:19 PM
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In a move celebrating the harvest festival, Kerala’s government announced that the state will be officially referred to as 'Keralam' in all documents and communications.
Kerala’s cabinet announced today that the state will be officially known as 'Keralam' in all government documents and communications.
The decision, made as part of the Onam celebrations, aims to reflect the state’s linguistic heritage and cultural identity.
The change will take effect from the date announced by the government and will be reflected in official signage, stationery and digital platforms.
The move has been welcomed by cultural groups who see it as a nod to Kerala’s rich traditions.
The decision, made as part of the Onam celebrations, aims to reflect the state’s linguistic heritage and cultural identity.
The change will take effect from the date announced by the government and will be reflected in official signage, stationery and digital platforms.
The move has been welcomed by cultural groups who see it as a nod to Kerala’s rich traditions.