Maskati Hospital Metro Station
मस्कती हॉस्पिटल / મસ્કતી હોસ્પિટલ
Maskati Hospital station is named after the historic Maskati Hospital in the Nanpura area, one of Surat's oldest medical institutions. This underground Red Line stop provides metro access to the medical district and the residential neighborhoods of Nanpura and Athwa Gate. The station sits within the core of Surat's traditional city center.
Area Guide
Nanpura is a densely packed residential area with narrow lanes, local eateries known for Surati locho and undhiyu, and small textile workshops. Athwa Gate, a short walk east, marks the boundary between the old city and the newer Athwa Lines residential area. Maskati Hospital itself has served the community since the colonial era.
Nearby Landmarks
Maskati Hospital
3-5 min walk
Nanpura
5-7 min walk
Athwa Gate
7-10 min walk
Underground Station
Maskati Hospital is one of 6 underground stations on the Red Line, part of the 6.47 km tunnel section between Labheshwar Chowk and Chowk Bazar. The underground stretch was excavated using three tunnel boring machines - Amrit, Narmada, and Tapi. TBM Amrit achieved its breakthrough at Chowk Bazar Station in August 2025.
Station Amenities
Getting Here
Parking
Very limited due to old-city road width, drop-off only at station entrance
Bus & Auto
- City buses through Nanpura
- Auto-rickshaws to Athwa Gate and Ghod Dod Road
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which hospital is near Maskati Hospital metro station?
The station is named after Maskati Hospital, a historic medical facility in Nanpura that has operated since the British era. It is within 200 meters of the station exit. New Civil Hospital and SMIMER Hospital are also accessible via a short auto ride from this station.
Is Maskati Hospital station underground?
Yes. It is the fourth underground station on the Red Line, between Surat Railway Station (north) and Gandhi Baug (south). The underground section here runs through the densest part of Surat's old city where above-ground construction was not possible.
What food options are near this station?
Nanpura is known for traditional Surati street food. Locho (steamed snack), undhiyu (mixed vegetable dish), and ghari (sweet pastry) shops line the lanes near the station. The Athwa Gate food street, accessible via a 7-minute walk, offers a wider selection.