Have you ever noticed something odd about Indian city names? If you travel around India, you keep hearing the same word endings over and over. Jaipur, Udaipur, Lucknow, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Daryaganj, Hazratganj. You probably thought these were just random word choices. But they’re not. Each ending tells a story. Each one comes from a different…
Category: Places & Origins
How Vikhroli Railway Station Got Its Name
If you’ve ever taken the train through Mumbai’s Central Railway line, you’ve probably passed through Vikhroli station. But do you know the real story behind this bustling neighborhood? Let me take you on a journey through Vikhroli’s fascinating history. How Did Vikhroli Get Its Name? The name “Vikhroli” has an interesting past. According to old…