Calcutta was officially renamed Kolkata, but the date of the renaming was 01 January 2001. The change in the name was part of a broader trend in India to revert to the local and historical names of cities.
The decision to change the name from Calcutta to Kolkata was made by the Government of West Bengal. This change was aimed at reflecting the correct pronunciation of the city's name in the Bengali language and aligning with the linguistic preferences of the local population. The renaming officially took effect on 01 January 2001.
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