Originates from the tram terminus which was located here, in the British Era B. R. Ambedkar's home, "Rajgruha", which he built in the 1930s, is in this area.
[citation needed] The colony is an example of how affluent elite Maharashtrians & ordinary mid to low income Maharashtrians have co existed, harmoniously, & thrived on account of common cultural values, respect for education & regard for good social living which contributes to the welfare of residents & in turn, the city.
[3] The important Dadar railway station is a 5-10 min walk away, as also is the Eastern Express highway (Dr. Bahasaheb Ambekar Road).
Dr Sandesh Mayekar, a Dentist of Miss India fame, also grew up in Hindu Colony & has his clinic at Dadar T.T.
The celebrations include many competitive sporting events and renowned Marathi plays being hosted Hindu Colony being adjacent to Dadar T.T.