Archive · 20 Jul 2026
MP Clarifies No Decision to Rename Barkatullah University
The Madhya Pradesh government has said it has not decided to change the name of Barkatullah University in Bhopal.
This comes after some people thought the university might be renamed.
The government said no such decision has been made.
The university is named after a famous freedom fighter, Maulana Barkatullah Bhopali.
Some people were worried that changing the name might disrespect his legacy.
The government's statement should stop any more talk about renaming the university for now.
Madhya Pradesh government clarifies no decision to rename Barkatullah University.
Higher Education Minister Inder Singh Parmar informed the state Assembly.
Opposition raised concerns about disrespecting the legacy of freedom fighters.
Government explains the legal process for renaming a university involves amending the governing Act.
University named after Maulana Barkatullah Bhopali, a prominent freedom fighter.
- Who
- Madhya Pradesh government and Opposition parties
- What
- Clarification on renaming Barkatullah University
- When
- During the Monsoon Session of the Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly
- Where
- Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
- Why
- To address speculations and Opposition concerns about renaming the university
Government Clarification
Opposition Concerns
Renaming Decision
Government Clarification
No decision has been made to rename Barkatullah University.
Opposition Concerns
Opposition fears renaming could disrespect the legacy of freedom fighters.
- University Name
- Barkatullah University
- Location
- Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
- Established
- 1988
- Named After
- Maulana Barkatullah Bhopali
- Current Status
- No renaming decision