Shivajinagar Metro Station Rename Sparks Outrage: Fadnavis Condemns Karnataka Govt’s Move

Former Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has strongly criticized the Karnataka government’s decision to rename Bengaluru’s Shivajinagar metro station to St Mary’s. He expressed his disapproval, stating that renaming the station is a blatant disrespect to the legacy of the revered Maratha warrior king, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

Fadnavis Voices Concerns Over Disrespect to Shivaji Maharaj

Fadnavis voiced his concern and outrage over the renaming, emphasizing the historical significance of Shivaji Maharaj and the emotional connection many people have with his name. He argued that changing the name diminishes the historical and cultural importance of the area.

Public Reaction and Political Implications

The decision to rename the station has ignited a heated debate and drawn strong reactions from the public, particularly in Maharashtra. Many share Fadnavis’s sentiment, viewing the move as an affront to their cultural heritage. This controversy has also sparked political tensions between Maharashtra and Karnataka.