New Delhi, February 7: Today marked a significant day of faith, respect, and cultural pride for the Mayur Vihar area. In response to a long-standing demand from the local community and millions of devotees, the Mayur Vihar Pocket-1 Metro Station has officially been renamed ‘Shri Ram Mandir Mayur Vihar.’
This decision is not only historic in terms of transportation convenience but also elevates the area’s religious and cultural identity.
Officials from the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) stated that confusion had persisted among passengers and local residents due to the name similarity between Pocket-1 and Phase-1 Metro stations. However, the deeper issue was the public’s profound faith associated with the Shri Ram Temple. The Shri Sanatan Dharma Sabha (Mayur Vihar Management Committee: Shri Ram Temple, Pocket-1) had been actively advocating for this sacred name change.
They noted that Chief Minister Rekha Gupta’s sensitive leadership and her deep understanding of public sentiment were crucial in turning this historic achievement into reality. Following her directives, DMRC took swift and positive action to implement this proposal.
Local MLA and vigilant guardian of Sanatan culture, Ravikant Ujjainwal, consistently championed this cause. His unwavering dedication and spirit of public service have made this dream a reality for the people of Mayur Vihar.
The decision has brought joy to the entire community, Ram devotees, and lovers of Sanatan culture. Local residents expressed heartfelt gratitude to Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and MLA Ravikant Ujjainwal, stating that this is not merely a name change but a recognition of the sentiments of the people. This historic moment has infused Mayur Vihar’s identity with the essence of ‘Ram.’