河南为地名管理立规矩 地名不是想改就能改
He Nan Ri Bao·2025-12-08 23:23

Core Viewpoint - The newly implemented "Henan Province Place Name Management Measures" aims to standardize place naming and management, balancing historical significance with modern needs, and has garnered significant public interest [5][7][13]. Group 1: Naming Process - The process of naming new roads involves thorough research into historical and cultural significance, with public participation being a key component [7][9]. - In 2023, 604 new roads were named in Xuchang, including 10 urban roads and 594 rural roads, highlighting the active management of place names [9]. Group 2: Name Modification - The measures stipulate that place names should remain stable, but changes are necessary when names do not match administrative realities due to various factors [10]. - Since 2019, efforts have been made to clean up non-standard place names, with 184 problematic names rectified in Puyang [11]. Group 3: Cultural Heritage and Economic Development - Historical place names with significant cultural value are protected from changes, and local governments are tasked with identifying and preserving these names [12]. - The integration of cultural elements into urban planning and tourism development is emphasized, as seen in the case of Dahuai Town, which has historical significance and attracts tourism [12][13].