Cities are the cultural and economic hubs of countries, with each city having its unique identity and name. However, some cities have undergone a name change over time, either due to political, cultural or historical reasons. These changes in names have been significant, impacting the identity and heritage of the city. In this article, we will explore some of the old and new names of cities and the reasons behind the change in name. We will also delve into the history and significance of these cities and their names, shedding light on how they have evolved over time.

Old NameNew Name
AllahabadPrayagraj
AlwayeAluva
QuilonKollam
MhowDr. Ambedkar Nagar
PalghatPalakkad
GurgaonGurugram
SakchiJamshedpur
BelgaumBelagavi
GulbargaKalaburagi
Cape ComorinKanya Kumari
TuticorinThoothukudi
BenaresVaranasi
CochinKochi
CalicutKozhikode
BarodaVadodara
BombayMumbai
CalcuttaKolkata
MadrasChennai