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Chennai is the populous capital of Tamil Nadu, a southern Indian state. Originally, it was called Madraspatnam, or just Madras.

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Chennai was Called as Madras earlier. Madras name was given by Britishers during their rule over India and it served as their main headquarter for long time.

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Q: What was the town known as before it changed its name to Chennai?
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