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BRS leader urges renaming of Mamnoor airport after Rani Rudrama Devi
A Bharatiya Rashtra Samithi leader has called for renaming Mamnoor airport in Telangana after the 12th-century Kakatiya ruler Rani Rudrama Devi, citing her historical significance to the region.
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A senior functionary of the Bharatiya Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has proposed renaming Mamnoor airport after Rani Rudrama Devi, one of medieval India's most celebrated women rulers. The suggestion seeks to honour the Kakatiya dynasty queen who governed the region during the 12th century and is remembered for her administrative acumen and military prowess.
Rani Rudrama Devi's reign marked a significant period in Telangana's history, during which she expanded territorial holdings and strengthened the Kakatiya empire. Her legacy continues to be celebrated in the region, and naming public infrastructure after her would serve as a tribute to her contributions to Indian history.
The proposal to rename the airport reflects broader efforts by political groups to commemorate regional historical figures through public landmarks. Mamnoor airport, located in Telangana, has been a subject of various development discussions in recent years.
The BRS, which currently holds considerable political sway in Telangana, frequently advocates for measures it believes will highlight the state's cultural heritage and historical significance. Such initiatives have gained traction as regional parties increasingly seek to preserve and promote local historical narratives.