The names of railway stations on the Western Line of the Mumbai Suburban Railway have been derived from various historical, geographical, and cultural influences. Here’s how some of these names were invented:
1. Churchgate
Named After: The Church Gate area, which was one of the gates in the old Fort precinct of Mumbai (then Bombay). The gate led directly to St. Thomas Cathedral, the city's oldest Anglican church.2. Marine Lines
Named After: The Marine Battalion Lines, a military establishment built by the British. The area is located near the Arabian Sea, hence the name "Marine."3. Charni Road
Named After: Derived from the Marathi word "Charne" which means grazing. This area was historically used as a grazing ground for cattle.4. Grant Road
Named After: Sir Robert Grant, the Governor of Bombay from 1835 to 1839. The station and the area reflect the British colonial influence on the city.5. Mumbai Central
Original Name: Bombay CentralNamed After: The station was designed to serve as a central hub for the city, emphasizing its importance in connecting various parts of Mumbai and the rest of the country.
6. Dadar
Named After: The name comes from the Marathi word "Dadar," which means steps or a flight of steps. It signifies the area's connection to the local culture and geography.7. Bandra
Named After: The name "Bandra" is derived from the Portuguese word "Bandor," meaning port. This reflects the historical influence of the Portuguese in the region.8. Khar Road
Named After: The word "Khar" comes from the Marathi word "Khara," meaning saline or salty. The area was historically known for its salt pans.9. Santacruz
Named After: The name "Santacruz" comes from the Portuguese word "Santa Cruz," meaning Holy Cross. It was named after a church built by the Portuguese in the area.10. Vile Parle
Named After: The name is derived from a combination of two old villages, Virle and Parle, reflecting the area's historical roots.11. Andheri
Named After: The name comes from the ancient Andheri village. The term "Andheri" is derived from Udayanagari, which means the "city of rising sun."12. Borivali
Named After: Derived from the word "bor," meaning berries, which were abundant in the area.13. Kandivali
Named After: The name comes from the Marathi word "Khand," meaning rocks, indicative of the rocky terrain of the region.14. Malad
Named After: Derived from the Marathi word "Malv," meaning a garden or a cluster of trees, indicating the area's historical vegetation.15. Goregaon
Named After: Derived from the Marathi words "Gor" (white) and "Gaon" (village), possibly indicating a village known for its white-colored stone or land.16. Vasai Road
Named After: Named after the nearby town of Vasai (formerly Bassein), which has historical significance due to the Portuguese fort.17. Virar
Named After: Named after the local deity, goddess Ekveera (Aai Ekvira), reflecting the cultural and religious heritage of the area.The station names on the Western Line of Mumbai's suburban railway system thus have rich and diverse origins, influenced by local geography, historical figures, colonial history, and cultural elements.
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