New Delhi, Feb. 5 -- The Indian Army has undertaken a major initiative to discontinue colonial-era legacies by renaming 246 roads, buildings, and facilities across its establishments. This move is aimed at strengthening an institutional identity rooted in India's own history, ethos, and military traditions, while honouring the nation's gallantry awardees, war heroes, and distinguished military leaders.

According to Indian Army officials, the remaining exercise covers 124 Roads, 77 Colonies, 27 Buildings and Other Military Facilities, and 18 miscellaneous facilities, including parks, training areas, sports grounds, gates, helipads, etc.

As per officials, the initiative also reflects an enduring national commitment to commemorate valour a...