Ask anyone in Delhi-NCR about where to find the best momos, and they will recommend you to once try Dolma Aunty’s momos. Located in Lajpat Nagar, the stall has reportedly been in existence in the National Capital Region since 1994. The owner, Tsering, is referred to as Dolma Aunty by Delhities visiting Lajpat Nagar to shop the latest fashion picks, home decor, accessories, shoes, bags, and whatnot.
However, Dolma Aunty filed a petition before the Intellectual Property Appellate Board (IPAB) in 2021 that Mohd Akram Khan, a resident of Uttar Pradesh, was using her trademark. She alleged that he was also using her name ‘Dolma’. After the board was abolished in April 2021, the matter was moved to the Delhi High Court where the petitioner wanted the cancellation of the trademark Khan was using.
Delhi HC Rules In Favour Of Dolma Aunty
Image Credit: Dolma Aunty/Instagram
The bench, headed by Justice Anish Dayal, noted that Khan did not respond to the petition filed by Tsering. It meant he accepted the allegations. The court ordered the UP man to withdraw the ‘Dolma’ trademark from the Trade Mark Register.
The justice was quoted saying, “In view of the above facts and circumstances and having perused the documents placed on record as well as hearing submissions of counsel for the petitioner, this court is of the view that the trademark of respondent No.1 be cancelled and removed from the Trade Marks Register same should accordingly be rectified. Respondent No. 1's registered trademark be removed and cancelled in the above terms. The Register be rectified accordingly, and the website of the Registrar of Trademarks be updated within a period of four weeks."
Tsering applied for the ‘Dolma Aunty Momos’ trademark in 2022, and she received it in November 2023. She has the exclusive rights to use the name, and no other business owner can use the same without inviting legal notice.
Dolma Aunty Momos In Lajpat Nagar
In a makeshift stall near one of the entrances to the Lajpat Nagar market, one can easily spot the eatery. Tsering along with her assistants is always busy catering to the flooding demands of her loyal customers.
If you are a momo lover, this joint is for you because you can order from a variety of at least 15 different types. From chilli momos to Afghani momos, the dish is not only classified into texture and accompaniments but also vegetarian and non-vegetarian fillings.
The maximum price per plate is Rs 140 for chicken and paneer Afghani momos. You can get half-plate veg momos for just Rs 50. The shop has pan-fried and deep-fried options available too. If you are not a fan of chilli, you can try gravy momos that pair well with any cold beverage. Next time you are in the vicinity, you must try Dolma Aunty Momos if you haven’t.
Address: D-1, Alankar Cinema Rd, opp. Police Station, Central Market, Lajpat Nagar II, Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110024
Phone Number: 9810654581
Timings: 12.30 pm - 10.00 pm
Cost For Two: Rs 150 (Budget-friendly)