Government Renames Aurangabad Railway Station as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar Station, Issues Notification

The Aurangabad city’s railway station has been renamed as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar station by the government in Maharashtra, which recently issued a gazette notification. This renaming process was completed after three years. The construction of this railway station was undertaken during the reign of the Nizam of Hyderabad in 1900. The renaming of this station was done in homage to Shambhaji Maharaj, the son of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. This city is centrally located, showcasing UNESCO heritage sites such as Ajanta and Ellora caves.

Authored by: Shivaramechari Tatikonda|Samayam Telugu • Oct 18, 2025, 10:35 pm

The Aurangabad railway station has been officially renamed as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar station by the government in Maharashtra, with the issuance of a gazette notification. This renaming process was completed after three years. The construction of this railway station was initiated during the reign of the Nizam of Hyderabad in 1900. The renaming of the station was a tribute to Shambhaji Maharaj, the son of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Situated in a city that boasts UNESCO heritage sites like Ajanta and Ellora caves, this station holds historical significance.

The renaming of Aurangabad railway station to Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar station has been officially notified by the government in Maharashtra after a three-year process. Originally constructed during the era of the Nizam of Hyderabad in 1900, this station now honors Shambhaji Maharaj, the son of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Notably, Aurangabad city is home to UNESCO heritage sites like Ajanta and Ellora caves, making it a culturally rich region.

After three years of deliberation, the government in Maharashtra has renamed the Aurangabad railway station as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar station and released a gazette notification. This change pays homage to Shambhaji Maharaj, the son of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, and was completed after three years. The construction of this railway station dates back to the Nizam of Hyderabad’s era in 1900. Being situated in a city that houses UNESCO heritage sites like Ajanta and Ellora caves, this station now carries historical significance.