BJP MLAs Propose Renaming Three Delhi Localities Citing Historical Significance

Legislators push to rename Najafgarh, Mohammadpur, and Mustafabad, but legal and procedural hurdles remain.

BJP MLA Neelam Pahalwan has proposed renaming Najafgarh to Nahargarh, citing historical oppression during the Mughal era and to honor Raja Nahar Singh's role in the 1857 revolt.
Anil Sharma, BJP MLA from RK Puram, plans to push for renaming Mohammadpur to Madhavpuram, claiming it reflects public demand and aligns with the new government's agenda.
Mohan Singh Bisht, deputy speaker and BJP MLA, aims to rename Mustafabad to Shiv Vihar or Shiv Puri, stating it was an election promise and resonating with local sentiments.
The Delhi Assembly does not have the authority to rename constituencies; such changes require approval from the Election Commission of India during a delimitation exercise.
The proposals align with a broader BJP agenda seen in previous renaming efforts across India, such as Allahabad to Prayagraj and Faizabad to Ayodhya.