Arunachal Pradesh Map Update: 27 Places Standardised on India’s Official Map
14 August 2026
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Arunachal Pradesh Map Update: 27 Places Standardised on India’s Official Map
Context: On 7 August 2026, the Government of India, in consultation with the Arunachal Pradesh Government, formally identified 27 places and geographical features by standard names on the official maps of the Survey of India. The stated objective is accurate geographical recognition and better public awareness.
Salient Features: The 27 entries comprise 21 land areas, four mountain passes, one lake and one monument. They include strategically and historically significant names such as Longju, Thag La, Jaswant Garh, Jairampur, Sambho Sarovar and Sher-e-Thapa Memorial.
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27 places standardised on India's official maps in Arunachal Pradesh by Survey of India, including strategic locations like Longju and Thag La, strengthening administrative records.
Keywords
Arunachal Pradesh mapplace name standardisationSurvey of IndiaIndia-China borderLongjuThag Laterritorial disputegeographical namesNortheast frontierLAC