Central University in Chhattisgarh to replace 'India' with 'Bharat' in degrees, marksheets
Guru Ghasidas Central University in Chhattisgarh has announced plans to replace the word 'India' with 'Bharat' on all official documents and degrees. The decision is framed as a move to honor Indian tradition and follows the usage of 'Bharat' during the 2023 G20 Summit.
Why it matters
This reflects a broader cultural and political trend in India regarding national identity and the decolonization of terminology in public institutions.
A central university in Chhattisgarh s Bilaspur has decided to replace the word "India" with "Bharat" in its marksheets, degree certificates and official communications, its top official said on Saturday (June 20, 2026).
The article reports on a nationalist-aligned policy change, focusing on the university's rationale which emphasizes traditionalist and civilizational narratives.
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