Ross Island New Name: What Is It Called Now?

The island of Ross Island in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands which holds much importance historically is now called as the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Dweep. This island has been renamed in December 2018 for Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and his contribution to India’s freedom struggle. Near Sri Vijaya Puram, this island used to be an important administrative point of the British in the Andamans. In present times, it is now an important historical place to visit because of the presence of colonial buildings, picturesque surroundings and India’s freedom struggle.

What Is the New Name of Ross Island?

• Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Dweep is the new name of Ross Island.
• In the December 2018, this name was given to the island for Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.
• It was done as a way of paying respect to India’s history and the freedom struggle along with changing colonial era names.

Why Was the Name Changed to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Dweep?

• This name change was made in order to pay tribute to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, a prominent leader of the Indian independence movement.
• Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose has been known to have been related to history in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
• He has hoisted the Indian flag on December 30, 1943, in Port Blair, an act that was a part of the Azad Hind Movement.
• Thus, the naming of the island as Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Dweep emphasizes this aspect of the Indian freedom struggle.

Where Is Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Dweep Located?

• Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Dweep is an island in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands in South Andaman. It is very close to the Sri Vijaya Puram, which was known by the name Port Blair.
• The island is accessible by boat from Sri Vijaya Puram and is well-known for its historical significance as well as natural beauty.

What Was Ross Island Famous for?

Ross Island during British rule has been a very important administrative center for the British in the Andaman Islands.

The British constructed a number of administrative and residential buildings here. The remains of these colonial buildings are still visible on the island.

Hence, the historical significance of the island lies in this respect.

Ross Island: Old Name and New Name

• Old Name: Ross Island
• New Name: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Dweep
• Renamed: 2018
• Location: Andaman and Nicobar Islands
• District: South Andaman
• Nearby City: Sri Vijaya Puram
• Named After: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose
• Historical Importance: Former British administrative centre

Other Andaman Islands That Were Renamed

Ross Island was not the only prominent island in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands to receive a new name.

• Ross Island: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Dweep
• Havelock Island: Swaraj Dweep
• Neil Island: Shaheed Dweep

These renamings have highlighted personalities and concepts associated with India’s freedom movement.