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VHP Backs Hindi Name for Supreme Court Metro, Cites Cost Concerns

The Vishva Hindu Parishad has expressed support for renaming the Supreme Court metro station to "Sarvoch Nyayalaya" in Hindi, with a related PIL being heard by the Delhi High Court. VHP Delhi General Secretary Surendra Gupta argued that making such name changes in advance for other stations could prevent future financial losses. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has opposed the move, stating it would cost around ₹45 lakh in public funds and trigger similar demands for other stations. This debate follows recent renamings of other Delhi Metro stations, including Udyog Bhawan to Seva Teerth.

Key Points: VHP Supports Renaming Supreme Court Metro to Sarvoch Nyayalaya

  • PIL ongoing in Delhi HC
  • Renaming cost estimated at ₹45 lakh
  • VHP argues for preemptive changes
  • DMRC warns of multiple litigations
  • Recent station renamings set precedent
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"Not a matter of religion at all": VHP Delhi General Secretary backs renaming of Supreme Court metro station

VHP's Delhi leader backs Hindi name for Supreme Court metro station, arguing it's not religious and preemptive changes can save public money.

"This is not a matter of religion at all. - Surendra Gupta"

New Delhi, February 21

The Vishva Hindu Parishad on Friday backed the proposal to rename the Supreme Court Metro Station in Hindi as "Sarvoch Nyayalaya", with its Delhi unit General Secretary Surendra Gupta stating that the issue is currently under consideration before the Delhi High Court.

Speaking on the matter, Gupta said a public interest litigation (PIL) regarding the station's Hindi name is being heard by the court.

"A public interest litigation is ongoing in the Delhi High Court regarding the Supreme Court Metro Station. There is talk of changing the name of the Supreme Court metro station to 'Sarvoch Nyayalaya' metro station. The DMRC has said that if we change the name to Hindi, it will cost Rs. 45 lakhs," he told ANI.

He further argued that advanced changes in station names could avoid financial implications later. Referring to other stations, Gupta said, "If the name of 'Nabi Karim' is changed to 'Ramnagar' metro station in advance, then there will not be a loss of revenue later. Names of other such stations should also be changed... This is not a matter of religion at all."

The remarks come after the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) on Thursday told the Delhi High Court that renaming the Supreme Court metro station in Hindi to "Sarvoch Nyayalay" would trigger similar demands for other stations, leading to multiple litigations and a financial burden.

DMRC submitted that changing a station's name could cost around ₹40-45 lakh of public money and argued that naming metro stations is a policy decision.

The debate over metro station names has gained traction in recent weeks. On February 14, Udyog Bhawan Metro Station was renamed Seva Teerth. Earlier, on February 7, the Mayur Vihar Pocket 1 Metro Station in East Delhi was renamed Shree Ram Mandir Mayur Vihar. Both stations are part of the Delhi Metro network.

- ANI

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Sarah B
I'm an expat living in Delhi, and while I appreciate cultural pride, spending 45 lakh rupees just to change a name when that money could fund public amenities seems like poor prioritization. The current name is functional and understood by everyone.
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Ananya R
The comment about changing 'Nabi Karim' to 'Ramnagar' is very telling. He says it's not about religion, but then gives that example? It feels targeted. We should name stations for clarity and historical significance, not to erase one identity for another.
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Vikram M
DMRC has a point about the financial burden and opening floodgates for litigation. Every few years, a new group will demand a name change. The cost is public money! Let's focus on improving metro services, punctuality, and cleanliness instead of these symbolic battles.
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Karthik V
As a daily commuter, I just need the name to be clear. 'Supreme Court' is instantly recognizable to everyone, including tourists and people from other states. 'Sarvoch Nyayalaya' might confuse newcomers. Practicality over politics, please!
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Priya S
If we are promoting Hindi, then do it systematically for all new stations from the planning stage itself. Renaming existing ones is a wasteful exercise. Also, what about non-Hindi speaking citizens? Delhi is a capital for all Indians.

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