Bangalore today is the IT capital of the world. I am here at NYC, ppl here know Bangalore as the silicon valley of india. The word Bangalore is not mere name for a city but a pride of every indian - every kannada speaking guy. The name is a brand name for india and india inc. So instead of renaming the city name ( which has taken years of hardwork by many software engineers and companies ) why dont they improve city's infrastructure and expand the city - put politician time ,money and effort to atleast some usefullness which would benefit every one in the state. I dont understand what is the need for changing the name of a city that symbolises India's power as a IT GIANT.