Historic Victory: Murshidabad University Renamed to Honor Raja Krishnath

• Murshidabad University to be renamed Murshidabad Maharaja Krishnath University Berhampore after an 8-year struggle.
• The decision honors Raja Krishnath, who donated the land for the historic Krishnath College, the university's foundation.
• Alumni and district residents protested the exclusion of Krishnath's name, citing disrespect to local history and heritage.
• Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee approved the name change, resolving long-standing grievances.
• The renaming is seen as a positive step for education, immortalizing Raja Krishnath's contribution.