Kolkata Soars with New Metro Lines: Direct Airport Connection Unveiled

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated three new metro lines in Kolkata. The 13.61 km network, comprising Green, Yellow, and Orange lines, offers the first metro link to the airport and reduces travel time between key terminals. The expansion aims to ease road congestion and improve commuting.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced the inauguration of three crucial metro routes in Kolkata, marking a significant milestone in the city's urban development. The newly launched lines include the first-ever metro connection to the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, promising to redefine the travel experience for millions of Kolkata residents.

The 13.61 km-long extension, covering the 'Green', 'Yellow', and 'Orange' lines, aims to alleviate the notorious traffic congestion on the city's roads. The Green Line's extension between Sealdah and Esplanade offers a seamless commute between Howrah and Sealdah in just 11 minutes, as opposed to the nearly 50 minutes by road.

In a historic development, the Yellow Line provides direct access from Noapara to the airport after 41 years, reducing travel time by half. The Orange Line's extension enhances east-west connectivity. Notably, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee was absent from the launch, amidst claims of maltreatment of state migrants in BJP-ruled areas.

(With inputs from agencies.)