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Prominent Vancouver street given 2nd name in honour of Komagata Maru ship
In a symbolic and historic move, a prominent street in Vancouver, Canada has been renamed in honor of the Komata Maru. This ship was carrying 376 Indian immigrants who were not allowed to enter Canada in 1914 due to racially discriminatory laws and were forced to return to India.
Details of this name change:
"Main Street" in Vancouver's "Richmond" neighborhood, which is home to many Indian-Canadians, was renamed "Komata Maru Street".
The renaming took place at a ceremony attended by local officials, Indian-Canadian community leaders and survivors of the Komata Maru passengers.
This action is seen as an important step towards recognizing the history and struggles of Indian-Canadians, as well as promoting equality and social justice.
The importance of this name change:
The renaming of "Main Street" to "Komata Maru Street" is a symbol of Canada's commitment to diversity and respect for different cultures.
This action helps to commemorate and honor the tragic story of the Komata Maru and its passengers.
The renaming also raises public awareness of the history of racial discrimination in Canada and the Indian-Canadian community's struggle for equality.
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