Archive · 29 Jul 2025
Uzanbazar Residents Request Park Renaming, 'Mangalik Ghat'
People in Uzanbazar want the new park by the river to be called 'Sati Radhika Shanti Udyan'.
They sent a letter to the government asking them to change the name back to the old one because it is special to the community.
They also want a special area called 'Mangalik Ghat' where they can get water for important religious events like weddings and festivals.
The residents believe the old name is important and has a history with the local people.
They hope the government will agree to their requests.
Uzanbazar residents want the renovated riverfront park renamed.
They are requesting the park be named 'Sati Radhika Shanti Udyan'.
The park's original name had a long-standing association with locals.
Residents also want a 'Mangalik Ghat' for ceremonial water sourcing.
A memorandum was submitted to the Guwahati Development Minister and GMDA.
- Who
- Residents of Uzanbazar are making the request to the Guwahati Development Department (GDD) Minister and the Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA).
- What
- Residents of Uzanbazar are requesting the renaming of a riverfront park and the designation of a 'Mangalik Ghat'.
- When
- The request was made on Monday, July 29th.
- Where
- Guwahati, in the Uzanbazar area.
- Why
- To honor a local legend and to provide a space for religious ceremonies.
Local Residents
Authorities
Park Naming Preference
Local Residents
The park should be renamed 'Sati Radhika Shanti Udyan' to honor local traditions.
Authorities
No opposing view is available in the articles.
Provision for Ceremonial Water
Local Residents
A 'Mangalik Ghat' is needed to provide water for auspicious ceremonies.
Authorities
No opposing view is available in the articles.
- Location
- Uzanbazar, Guwahati
- Requested Name
- Sati Radhika Shanti Udyan
- Organization Addressed
- Guwahati Development Department (GDD) and Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA)
- Additional Request
- Designation of a 'Mangalik Ghat'
- Purpose of Mangalik Ghat
- Sourcing water for auspicious occasions