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Odisha Government Directs Implementation of Revised Administrative Unit Names; Collectors to Submit Compliance Report Within 15 Days

Odisha Administrative Unit Name Correction Circular

IMPLEMENTATION OF REVISED NOMENCLATURE OF ADMINISTRATIVE UNITS

Government of Odisha – Circular to All District Collectors – Name Correction as per Gazette Notification

Circular Type Implementation Order

Issuing Authority Government of Odisha

Applicable To All District Collectors

Compliance Report Within 15 Days

Administrative Units

All Districts, Sub-Divisions, Tahasils, Blocks & Urban Areas

Names revised as per Odia pronunciation

Time Given

6 Months

For administrative units & private institutions

Compliance Report

15 Days

To be submitted to the department

Key Provisions of the Circular

Revised Nomenclature: Through the notification issued by the department vide letter dated 22.06.2026, the names of all districts, sub-divisions, tahasils, blocks, and urban areas have been revised and notified, keeping them in harmony with their Odia pronunciation.
Current Status: It has come to the government's notice that the revised names, as approved by the government, are yet to be fully adopted in the display boards and other relevant publications of various government offices.
Action Required: All District Collectors are requested to immediately review this important matter and ensure that the nameplates and information boards of all government offices under their jurisdiction are corrected in accordance with the revised nomenclature mentioned in the said notification.
Coordination: District Collectors are required to coordinate with urban bodies and other concerned institutions and ensure the successful implementation of this order accordingly.
Central Government Coordination: The department has also taken necessary steps to ensure that these revised names are reflected in the records and relevant displays of various ministries, departments, and other institutions of the Government of India.
Time Period: 6 months time has been given to administrative units and private institutions to change their nameplates according to the revised nomenclature.
Compliance Report: District Collectors are requested to submit a compliance report of the actions taken in this regard to the department within 15 days of receiving this letter.

Important Points to Note

Odia Pronunciation: The revised names are aligned with Odia pronunciation to maintain linguistic and cultural harmony.
Government Offices: All government offices must update their nameplates and information boards immediately.
Urban Bodies: District Collectors must coordinate with urban bodies to ensure city-level implementation.
Private Institutions: 6 months time has been given to private institutions to comply with the revised nomenclature.
Central Government Records: Steps have been taken to update records in Central Government ministries and departments.
Strict Timeline: Compliance report must be submitted within 15 days from the date of receipt of this letter.
Gazette Notification: The revised names have been officially notified in the Gazette, making them legally binding.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this circular?

The circular aims to implement the revised nomenclature/names of administrative units (districts, sub-divisions, tahasils, blocks, and urban areas) as per the notified gazette notification, keeping them in harmony with their Odia pronunciation.

Which administrative units are covered under this revision?

All districts, sub-divisions, tahasils, blocks, and urban areas of Odisha are covered under this revision.

What is the timeline for implementing the name changes?

6 months time has been given to administrative units and private institutions to change their nameplates according to the revised nomenclature.

What is the deadline for submitting the compliance report?

District Collectors must submit a compliance report to the department within 15 days of receiving this letter.

Who is responsible for implementing this order?

All District Collectors are responsible for ensuring that nameplates and information boards of all government offices under their jurisdiction are corrected. They must also coordinate with urban bodies and other concerned institutions.

Will the revised names be updated in Central Government records?

Yes. The department has taken necessary steps to ensure that the revised names are reflected in the records and relevant displays of various ministries, departments, and other institutions of the Government of India.

Why were the names revised?

The names have been revised to keep them in harmony with their Odia pronunciation, ensuring linguistic and cultural authenticity.

What happens if the nameplates are not updated?

The circular does not specify penalties, but it emphasizes that the revised names have been notified in the Gazette and must be adopted. District Collectors are expected to ensure strict compliance.