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Locals often pronounce Pondicherry as "Puducherry," which reflects its official name. The pronunciation emphasizes the "Pudu" part, with a softer "cherry" sound. The name change from Pondicherry to Puducherry was made in 2006 to reflect the local Tamil language and heritage.

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