The Calcutta Gazette

The Calcutta Gazette was an official government newspaper published in Kolkata (then Calcutta) during British rule in India. It served as a formal communication channel, announcing government decisions, laws, appointments, and other official notices to the public. Think of it as the government’s way of sharing important information transparently and officially with citizens, businesses, and officials. It played a vital role in maintaining administrative order and public awareness during colonial times, and its content helped ensure that government actions were publicly accessible and documented.