From Kirkee to Khadki: Defence ministry finally restored colonial name

The Ministry of Defence has officially restored the name of Khadki Cantonment, formerly known as “Kirkee,” correcting a colonial-era spelling. This change reconnects the cantonment to the Battle of Khadki in 1817, a pivotal event that shaped British dominance in western India. The restoration honors the military institutions established after the battle and acknowledges the area’s rich military legacy.