Shimla, Dec. 11 -- Himachal Pradesh has officially renamed the Raj Bhawan as Lok Bhavan, following the central government's decision to rename Raj Bhawans across all states. The notification for the name change was issued on Tuesday after receiving approval from governor Shiv Pratap Shukla.

With this, the name Lok Bhavan will now be used in all government correspondence, official documents, websites, building signage, and departmental records. Officials have started updating files and digital entries to reflect the new name. Changes are also being made to the nameplates and signage at the building.

The renaming follows a communication from the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. Upon receiving the directive, the governor's se...