UP govt planning to change Allahabad's name to 'Prayagraj'
Uttar Pradesh government is planning to change the name of Allahabad to 'Prayagraj' before Kumbh Mela in the city next year. The new name derives from a place in the city called Prayag, where three rivers flowing across the state meet. Confirming the reports, Deputy CM Keshav Maurya said, "(Allahabad) has always been recognised by its place Prayag since ages."