Chandigarh: Manimajra to be renamed Sector 13 soon
Chandigarh will soon have Sector 13 with the UT administration planning to rename Manimajra. The administration has issued a notice seeking objections and suggestions from residents for renaming of various areas which are not covered under the sector grid. Residents can submit their suggestions and objections to UT chief architect office at Sector 9, Chandigarh by December 16. While the French perceived the number 13 as unlucky, experts of Indian scriptures find it auspicious. Festivals of Lohri and Baisakhi are celebrated on January 13 and April 13 respectively. Also, the 13th day of each month is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Meanwhile, other areas have also been proposed for renaming. https://www.ptcnews.tv/chandigarh-5-year-jail-term-if-caught-using-plastic-bags/ It has been proposed that Sarangpur Institutional Area be renamed as Sector 12 (West), Dhanas, Milk Colony and Rehabilitation Colony as Sector 14 (West). Maloya and Dadumajra as Sector 39 (West) while Pocket no. 8 below Vikas Marg as Sector 56 (West). Industrial Area, Phase I, II, III as Business and Industrial Park I, II, III, respectively. The decision was taken during a high-level meeting held recently under the chairmanship of UT adviser Manoj Kumar Parida. -PTC News
