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Captain Blair’s detailed report of the island prompted the British Empire’s decision to colonise the Andaman Islands.

Who was Captain Blair? The man behind Port Blair’s name

September 14, 2024, 02:19 PM - 4 min read

Port Blair, named after British naval officer Captain Archibald Blair, once symbolised colonial dominance through the infamous Cellular Jail. Today, it stands as a memorial to freedom fighters, while thriving as a major hub for tourism and heritage.

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Centre to rename Port Blair as Sri Vijaya Puram

Centre to rename Port Blair as Sri Vijaya Puram

September 13, 2024, 05:33 PM - 2 min read

Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced on Friday that the central government has decided to rename Port Blair as “Sri Vijaya Puram”. He stated that the decision was taken to “free the nation from colonial imprints”.

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