Why is Madras called Chennai?
Chennai was previously called Madras. Madras was the shortened name of the fishing village Madraspatnam, where the British East India Company built a fort and factory (trading post) in 1639–40. Tamil Nadu officially changed the name of the city to Chennai in 1996.
Why did they change Madras to Chennai?
Post-Independence, Madras became the capital city of the State of Tamil Nadu. Madras was rechristened in 1998 as Chennai (from Chennapatnam, which was a nearby town named by Damarla Venkatadri Nayaka in honour of his father, Damarla Chennappa Nayakudu) when some other Indian cities were also being renamed.
What does Chennai mean?
Chennainoun. State capital of Tamil Nadu (India), formerly known as Madras. Etymology: From the name of Chennappa Naicker, the Rajah of Chandragiri, a Telugu-speaker from Andhra Pradesh.
What does Madras mean in history?
1 : a large silk or cotton kerchief usually of bright colors that is often worn as a turban.
What is the original name of Chennai?
Madras Patnam
Chennai, originally known as Madras Patnam, was located in the province of Tondaimandalam, an area lying between Pennar river of Nellore and the Pennar river of Cuddalore. The capital of the province was Kancheepuram.
What is the Tamil meaning of etymology?
English to Tamil Meaning :: etymology Etymology : சொற்பிறப்பியல்
Is Chennai Tamil word?
Chennai is a Telugu word, nothing Tamil about it: Historian.
When was Chennai formed?
August 22, 1639
Chennai/Founded
What does Madras mean in Indian?
Madras meaning A large handkerchief of brightly colored silk or cotton, often worn as a turban. noun. A fine, tightly woven cotton cloth, usually striped or plaid, used for shirts, dresses, etc.
What is the old name of Chennai in Tamil?
Madras
Chennai
| Chennai Madras | |
|---|---|
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| Region | Coromandel |
| District | Chennai district |
| Former name | Madras |