Archive · 20 Aug 2025
Karnataka Assembly Renames University After Manmohan Singh
The government in Karnataka has decided to change the name of Bengaluru City University.
They passed a law to rename it after Manmohan Singh, who used to be the Prime Minister of India.
The reason for the change is to recognize his work as an economist, a leader, and someone who helped make big changes in the country's economy.
This renaming is a way of showing respect for his achievements and contributions to India.
Karnataka Assembly passed a bill to rename Bengaluru City University.
The university will be renamed after former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.
The bill amends the Karnataka State Universities Act of 2000.
The renaming aims to honor Manmohan Singh's contributions.
Singh is noted for spearheading economic reforms.
- Who
- Karnataka Legislative Assembly
- What
- The Karnataka Assembly passed a bill to rename Bengaluru City University.
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- Karnataka
- Why
- To honor former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's contributions to the nation, especially his economic reforms.
- Bill Name
- Karnataka State Universities (Amendment) Bill, 2025
- University Name Change
- Bengaluru City University to Dr. Manmohan Singh Bengaluru City University
- Legislative Body
- Karnataka Legislative Assembly
- Former Prime Minister
- Manmohan Singh