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26 May2026

Kolkata Metro's Orange Line to Connect with Green Line at Sector V by December 2026

Kolkata Metro Railway plans to connect the Orange Line with the Green Line at Sector V by December 2026. This integration will allow passengers to interchange between the lines, enhancing connectivity and providing seamless travel options across different parts of the city, including to Howrah Maidan.

Source: MillenniumPost, TOI

07 Apr2026

East Kolkata Infrastructure Projects: Ghat, Bridge, and Metro Openings Expected in 2026

East Kolkata is set to see the opening of several infrastructure projects in 2026, including a renovated Debi Ghat in Dakshindari, a new bailey bridge over Kestopur Canal, and the Airport-New Garia Metro line. The new bridge will ease traffic by avoiding bottlenecks, while the Metro line will improve connectivity across eastern Kolkata, impact including areas like Chingrighata and New Garia.

Source: Telegraph India

20 Mar2026

Kolkata Metro Yellow Line Extension on Track for 2026 Commissioning

The Yellow Line extension of the Kolkata Metro, from Noapara to New Barrackpore, is scheduled for commissioning in the latter half of 2026. While further extensions are pending land acquisition, this phase will improve connectivity in the northern parts of the city. The Kavi Subhash station is also expected to be fully functional by mid-2026 after reconstruction, facilitating seamless inter-line transfers.

Source: Swarajyamarg

22 Jan2026

Kolkata Metro Expansion Accelerates with Key Projects Nearing Completion

Kolkata's Metro network is expanding significantly in 2026, with the Orange Line (New Garia to Airport) slated for completion. This 29.87 km route will offer seamless interchange with other lines, reducing travel time to the airport. The Yellow Line extension to New Barrackpore is targeted for completion in August 2026. Reconstruction of Kavi Subhash station is expected by mid-2026, enhancing network integration.

Source: The Times of India

05 Dec2025

WB RERA Rules Update: 3-Cottah Plot Projects Now Under Regulation

New West Bengal RERA rules now permit developers to build residential properties on 3-cottah plots, reducing the previous threshold for project inclusion. This move aims to regulate and streamline projects by smaller developers, offering greater protection to real estate buyers against unethical practices, project delays, and poor construction quality. The regulation is expected to enhance buyer confidence in the industry.

Source: The Week

24 Nov2025

Kolkata Slums Renamed 'Uttaran' and Kolkata Airport Upgrades Air Curtains

The Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) has completed renaming all slums in the city as 'Uttaran' zones, signifying upliftment and dignity, including upgrades to civic amenities. Kolkata airport authorities are intensifying their vector-control drive by upgrading air curtains at entry and exit points to combat a persistent mosquito infestation, enhancing cleaning cycles and increasing fogging frequency.

Source: MillenniumPost, The Times of India

06 Oct2025

The Kolkata Airport is undergoing expansion to increase its annual passenger handling capacity from 2.6 crore to 4.5 crore. A new terminal (T3) is being constructed, expected to be completed by November 2025, which will raise the total capacity to 3.3 crore passengers. This will enhance Kolkata's status as a travel hub, and stimulate economic growth.

Source: YouTube, Swarajya & 2 others

06 Oct2025

The Kolkata Metro network is undergoing significant expansion, with plans to add 100 kilometers by 2026. Key projects include the Joka to Esplanade (Purple Line) and New Garia to Kolkata Airport (part of the Orange Line) sections. The Yellow Line extension from Noapara to Barasat and the Pink Line 5 are also under construction or planned.

Source: Vertex AI Search, Times of India & 2 others

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