Aurangabad Is Now Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar — What Travellers Need to Know in 2025
In February 2023, the Maharashtra government officially renamed Aurangabad to Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. If you're planning to visit — or search for 'Aurangabad tempo traveller' or 'Aurangabad tours' — here's what's changed and what hasn't.
The Official Rename
By government order dated 16 February 2023, Aurangabad, Maharashtra was officially renamed Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar in honour of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, son of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The city is in the Marathwada region of Maharashtra, and has been an important historical, cultural, and pilgrimage hub for centuries.
What Has Changed for Travellers?
| Item | Old Name | New Name | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| City name | Aurangabad | Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar | ✅ Changed |
| Airport name | Aurangabad Airport | Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Airport | ✅ Changed |
| IATA code | IXU | IXU | No change |
| Railway station | Aurangabad (AWB) | Chh. Sambhajinagar | Updating |
| Google Maps | Shows both names | Shows both names | Both work |
| Tourist sites | No change | No change | No impact |
Practical Tips for Travellers
- When searching for flights, use "Aurangabad" or "IXU" — both still appear in booking systems
- Google Maps recognises both "Aurangabad" and "Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar"
- Ajanta Caves, Ellora Caves, and all heritage sites are unaffected by the rename
- Hotel addresses and delivery maps may still show "Aurangabad" — both are valid
Jaingiri Travels — Still at the Same Location
Jaingiri Travels operates from Hudco, Sudarshan Nagar, N-11, Cidco, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad) 431001. Our phone numbers are unchanged: +91 9657765669 and +91 9028286406.