Date: August 15, 2023<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In a significant move, President Drupadi Murmu<\/a> has granted approval to rename the Nehru Memorial Museum and Library (NMML)<\/a> to the Prime Minister Museum and Library (PMML).<\/strong> The official renaming took place on August 14th, marking a notable shift in the nomenclature and focus of the institution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The decision to rename the institution was met with mixed reactions from various quarters of society. The renaming was seen as a departure from the original purpose of the NMML,<\/a> which was dedicated to the legacy of India’s first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru. The museum held a vast collection of artifacts, books, and documents related to Nehru and the early years of India’s independence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n President Drupadi Murmu’s<\/a> decision to rename the institution was based on a vision to align it more closely with the contemporary context and emphasize the role of the Prime Minister in shaping the nation’s present and future. The move is seen as an attempt to broaden the focus beyond a single historical figure and encompass the contributions of multiple Prime Ministers who have served the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The renaming ceremony, which was conducted with utmost respect and dignity, featured speeches from various dignitaries who reflected on the legacy of Prime Ministers and their contributions to the nation. The event also highlighted the importance of preserving history while acknowledging the evolution of the nation’s leadership over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n