The Ancient Vanga Kingdom

Long ago, Bengal was known as Vanga, a rich kingdom mentioned in ancient Indian texts.

From Vanga to Banga

Over time, Vanga became Banga, and the land was called Bangla Desh — the land of Bengal.

How ‘Bengal’ Got Its Name

Foreign traders pronounced Banga as Bengala, which later became Bengal in English.

Division of Bengal

In 1947, Bengal was split — the east became Bangladesh, and the west became West Bengal.

Legacy of a Name

From Vanga to West Bengal, the name reflects a journey of culture, heritage, and history.