To create world-class infrastructure and seamless urban connectivity in Kolkata, the city is all set to get three more metro lines on Friday! While all the stretches–Green, Yellow and Orange lines–are equally important, Kolkata folks are very excited about the Kolkata Airport Metro. So, as always, we are here to keep you updated with all you need to know about this new metro line.
Kolkata Airport Metro To Be Inaugurated Today
Kolkata’s metro is getting a major expansion on Friday! Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off three new metro sections across different lines on August 22, marking a major push towards seamless commuting across the city. According to Deccan Herald, the PM will inaugurate the Green, Yellow and Orange lines in Kolkata today.
It is to be noted that India’s oldest rapid transit system, Kolkata Metro, will directly connect the airport with the rest of the city for the first time in its 41-year history. Kolkata Metro is focusing on improving direct and seamless access to the airport, long considered a missing link in the city’s network. The Yellow Line, stretching from Noapara to Jai Hind Airport, will give Kolkata its first direct metro ride to the international airport. This corridor has three stations and is 6.77 km long.
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Station, Fares & Everything You Need To Know
The Yellow Line, AKA Kolkata Airport Metro, will significantly shorten the travel time. As per reports, commuters can reach Jai Hind Airport from the city centre (Esplanade) in only 30 minutes. Kolkata Airport Metro will stretch from Noapara to Jai Hind Bimanbandar (Airport), covering a 6.77 km route.
Stations on this line are –
- Noapara
- Dum Dum Cantonment
- Jessore Road
- Jai Hind Bimanbandar (Airport)
It will be the first-ever direct metro to Kolkata Airport, and will be a big relief for flyers, airport workers, and airline staff, as they will be able to avoid traffic congestion and reach the airport without any hassle.
According to The Indian Express, the fare for the shortest distance (Airport to Jessore Road) will be ₹5. From the Airport to Noapara, commuters will have to pay ₹20. For a longer journey to Esplanade or Chandni Chowk, the fare will be ₹40. The fare from the Airport to Howrah is ₹50, and to Kavi Subhash, ₹45.
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