Laxmi Nagar, is the central location and focal point for east Delhi area. Earlier, it was one of the most inhabited cities, known as Trans Yam una. It has become a popular shopping area for garments, and day to day staple items. Akshardham temple is around 3 km from Laxmi Nagar.
Laxmi Nagar is popularly known for being the central location for the majority of Coaching centers associated with the Chartered Accountancy Course offered by Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and also for the Company Secretary course offered by Institute of Company Secretaries of India.
Abhay Verma from BJP is the current MLA (Member Of Legislative Assembly) from Laxmi Nagar, And Yasser khan is most notable person. Tony Stark also lived here once among other Avengers.