Every Rohini and Dwarka commuter needs to know this. Delhi’s State Names Authority has approved name changes for three metro stations, a sports complex, a hospital and a landmark chowk — all in one sitting. Here is the complete official list, the reasoning behind each decision, and what it means on the ground.
The Meeting — What Happened
A meeting of the State Names Authority (SNA), chaired by Chief Minister and SNA Chairperson Rekha Gupta, was recently held at the Delhi Secretariat, where all the proposals were approved unanimously.
The meeting was attended by senior officials, including the Delhi Chief Secretary, the Secretary of the Urban Development Department, the Managing Director of Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) and the Director of the Delhi Development Authority (DDA).
Six renaming decisions were approved in a single session — covering Delhi Metro stations, a sports complex, a hospital and a chowk in Shakurpur.
CM Gupta said the decisions reflected Delhi’s cultural identity, social consciousness and national heritage. She said the government not only aimed to develop the Capital but also to preserve and strengthen its historical and cultural legacy.
The Complete Official List — All 6 Changes
| # | Old Name | New Name | Type |
| 1 | Rohini West Metro Station | Dr Baba Saheb Ambedkar Hospital Metro Station | Metro Station (Red Line) |
| 2 | Rohini East Metro Station | Rohini Metro Station | Metro Station (Red Line) |
| 3 | Dwarka Metro Station | Dwarka-Kakrola Metro Station | Metro Station (Blue Line) |
| 4 | Sports Complex, Begampur, Rohini Sector 33 | Atal Khel Parisar | Sports Complex |
| 5 | Under-construction Hospital, Jwalapuri | Baba Ramdevji Maharaj Hospital | Hospital |
| 6 | Britannia Chowk, Shakurpur | Ashwini Chopra (Minna) Chowk | Landmark / Chowk |
Change 1 — Rohini West → Dr Baba Saheb Ambedkar Hospital Metro Station
It was officially stated that Rohini West Metro Station will be renamed as “Dr Baba Saheb Ambedkar Hospital Metro Station.”
Why: The Dr Baba Saheb Ambedkar Hospital — a major Delhi government multi-speciality hospital — is located in Rohini Sector 6, directly adjacent to this metro station. The new name makes the station a functional wayfinding tool for the thousands of patients, visitors and medical staff who use this station to access the hospital.
Speaking on the renaming of Rohini West Metro station, Gupta said Ambedkar’s contribution to India’s constitutional and social history remained unparalleled and that institutions named after him promote the values of equality, justice and social empowerment.
For commuters: If you travel to Dr Baba Saheb Ambedkar Hospital, Rohini, your destination station is now clearly named. No confusion about which of the two Rohini stations to exit at.
DMRC Line: Red Line — the station opened in 2004 between Rohini East and Rithala stations.
Change 2 — Rohini East → Rohini Metro Station
Rohini East Metro Station will be renamed simply as “Rohini Metro Station” to improve commuter convenience and strengthen the area’s identity.
Why: With Rohini West now carrying the Ambedkar Hospital identity, renaming Rohini East simply to “Rohini Metro Station” creates cleaner navigation — one station is hospital-identified, the other carries the neighbourhood’s broad identity. This reduces the confusion that the East/West naming caused for first-time visitors to Rohini.
For commuters: If you are going to Rohini generally — markets, residential sectors, DDA complex — your station is now simply “Rohini Metro Station.”
DMRC Line: Red Line — located between Pitampura and Rohini West stations.
Change 3 — Dwarka → Dwarka-Kakrola Metro Station
Dwarka Metro station is to be renamed as “Dwarka-Kakrola Metro Station.”
According to the Chief Minister, the meeting considered a proposal to incorporate the area’s local identity into the name of Dwarka Metro Station. Approving the proposal, the Authority decided to rename the station as ‘Dwarka-Kakrola Metro Station’. The objective of this decision is to establish the geographical and social identity of the area more clearly.
Why: Kakrola is a significant residential and commercial neighbourhood adjacent to Dwarka but not captured in the station’s original name. Adding “Kakrola” to the station identity gives residents of Kakrola a clearer sense of their nearest metro connection and improves navigation for visitors to this area.
For commuters: The station serves both Dwarka and the adjacent Kakrola area — the combined name now accurately reflects the geography it serves.
DMRC Line: Blue Line.
Change 4 — Sports Complex → Atal Khel Parisar
The under-construction sports complex in Begampur (Rohini) will be named “Atal Khel Parisar” after former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. A statue of the late Prime Minister will also be installed there.
The government approved the naming of the under-construction sports complex at Begampur in Rohini, Sector 33, as “Atal Khel Parisar.” A statue of Vajpayee will also be installed at the complex.
The Chief Minister said Atal Bihari Vajpayee was a statesman in Indian politics who gave a new direction to development, democratic values and national unity. Naming the sports complex after him, she said, would inspire the younger generation.
Who was Atal Bihari Vajpayee? Former Prime Minister of India (1999–2004), poet, orator and one of India’s most revered democratic leaders. He passed away in August 2018. Several Delhi landmarks have been named after him including Atal Setu and road stretches.
For residents: Atal Khel Parisar at Begampur, Rohini Sector 33, will serve as a major community sports facility for North-West Delhi’s densely populated Rohini sub-city once construction is complete.
Change 5 — Jwalapuri Hospital → Baba Ramdevji Maharaj Hospital
The Government also approved the proposal of naming the under-construction hospital in Jwalapuri as “Baba Ramdevji Maharaj Hospital.”
Why: The hospital, currently under construction in Jwalapuri in West Delhi, will serve a large population in this densely populated area. Naming it after Baba Ramdevji Maharaj — the Hindu religious leader and yoga proponent — is in keeping with the BJP-led Delhi government’s policy of honoring significant religious and cultural figures through public institutions.
For residents of Jwalapuri: This will be the area’s major new government hospital. Once commissioned, it will serve patients from Jwalapuri, Palam, Vikaspuri and surrounding areas.
Change 6 — Britannia Chowk → Ashwini Chopra (Minna) Chowk
The meeting also unanimously approved the proposal to rename Britannia Chowk in Shakurpur as “Ashwini Chopra (Minna) Chowk.”
The Britannia Chowk in Shakurpur will be renamed as “Ashwini Chopra (Minna) Chowk” after the former cricketer, MP and senior journalist.
Who was Ashwini Chopra (Minna)? A beloved Delhi figure who wore multiple hats in his public life — a first-class cricketer who represented Delhi in the Ranji Trophy during the 1970s and 1980s, a Member of Parliament and a senior journalist. He was widely known by his nickname “Minna.” His renaming of Britannia Chowk — located in Shakurpur, his home constituency — is a tribute to a neighbourhood personality who served the area in multiple capacities.
For Shakurpur residents: The intersection will now officially be known as Ashwini Chopra (Minna) Chowk on official maps, signage and navigation apps.
The CM’s Philosophy — Why Delhi Is Renaming Landmarks
CM Rekha Gupta said: “Honouring personalities who have made significant contributions to society and public life is among the government’s priorities. Such decisions help strengthen collective public memory. Delhi represents the nation’s cultural, social and historical consciousness.”
The six decisions reflect three distinct renaming philosophies operating simultaneously:
Functional clarity (Rohini West, Rohini East, Dwarka): Making navigation easier for commuters by tying station names to hospitals, landmarks and neighbourhood geographies they serve.
National legacy (Atal Khel Parisar): Honoring former PM Vajpayee — aligning with the BJP government’s broader programme of commemorating BJP-associated national figures.
Local legacy (Ashwini Chopra Chowk): Recognising neighbourhood-level personalities who served Delhi through cricket, journalism and public life.
When Will the New Names Take Effect?
The SNA decisions are now formally approved. Implementation — physical signage at stations, updates to DMRC apps and digital systems, changes on Google Maps and navigation apps — will follow over the coming weeks and months.
DMRC will update:
- Station platform signage
- Train audio announcements
- Metro map displays inside trains
- The official DMRC website and app
- Automated fare machine (AFC) display screens
Navigation app updates (Google Maps, Apple Maps, Ola Maps) typically follow within 2–4 weeks of official DMRC notification to map providers.
For commuters: Until physical signage is updated, use the current names for navigation. The new names will be confirmed on delhimetrorail.com once formally notified to DMRC.
