How to Submit Objections for Odisha Place Name Changes 2026

Bhubaneswar: The official notification for the Odisha place name spelling changes was released as a Public Notice by the Revenue and Disaster Management Department, Odisha.

How to Submit Objections for Odisha Place Name Changes

If you have a suggestion or an objection regarding the proposed English spellings (such as Khoradha, Baleshwar, Anugol or Kendujhar), you must act within 15 days of the official notification date.

Step-by-Step Objection Process:

Write a formal letter in English or Odia stating which place name you are objecting to and the reason (e.g., historical accuracy or local linguistic preference).

Attach Documents: Include any supporting evidence, such as historical records, older maps, or linguistic studies that justify your suggested spelling.

Submit in Writing: The Revenue and Disaster Management Department requires a physical or formal written submission.

Where to Send : The Additional Secretary to Government, Revenue & Disaster Management Department, Government of Odisha, Odisha Secretariat, Bhubaneswar – 751001.

Official Website: revenue.odisha.gov.in

Email for Inquiry: revsec.od@nic.in

Helpline: 1800-121-8242

Official PDF Details: New Name of Odisha Places 2026

It contains the full list (Annexure-A) of 24 proposed changes across 11 districts and explicitly mentions the 15-day window for stakeholders to submit objections.

Deadline: Within 15 days from the publication of the notice.

Official Document Link: Public Notice – Government of Odisha (PDF)

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