The Delhi government has approved a fresh round of renaming for several Metro stations and public places across the city, bringing significant changes to the capital’s public map. The decisions were cleared during a meeting of the State Names Authority chaired by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta.
The renaming exercise includes key locations such as Rohini West Metro Station, Dwarka Metro Station, Britannia Chowk, and public facilities in Rohini and Jwalapuri. According to officials, the move aims to strengthen local identity, improve public recognition of landmarks, and honour prominent personalities.
Full List of Approved Name Changes:
Rohini West Metro Station → Dr Baba Saheb Ambedkar Hospital Metro Station
Rohini East Metro Station → Rohini Metro Station
Dwarka Metro Station → Dwarka-Kakrola Metro Station
Britannia Chowk, Shakurpur → Ashwini Chopra (Minna) Chowk
Begampur Sports Complex → Atal Khel Parisar
Under-construction hospital in Jwalapuri → Baba Ramdevji Maharaj Hospital
The Delhi government has further approved naming the under-construction hospital in Jwalapuri as Baba Ramdevji Maharaj Hospital, adding another landmark to the list of newly designated public institutions.
With Metro stations serving millions of commuters every day, these name changes will gradually become part of Delhi's everyday navigation system. The updated names are intended to improve location recognition while celebrating figures who have contributed to society, governance, journalism, and public life.
Residents and regular Metro users can expect updated station signage, maps, and announcements in the coming months as the changes are implemented.
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