DTC Southern Heights Joka, Kolkata

Maidan Market Traders Notified to Shift to Makeshift Stalls by August 26 for Purple Line Metro Construction

Traders at BC Roy Market (Maidan Market) have been notified to shift to temporary structures by August 26 to facilitate the construction of the Esplanade metro station for the Joka-Esplanade Purple Line. This move aims to resolve a three-year-long stall in the metro project,

KMC Building Plan Submissions Face Confusion Post-Audit Order

KMC , Buildings department , are in a state of confusion as a verbal directive from civic headquarters has led to a halt in accepting new building plans. This follows an audit of under-construction high-rises causing uncertainty among staff. The confusion is particularly felt in areas like Behala-Joka and off the EM Bypass.

Kolkata Metro Aims to Increase Solar Power Usage

Kolkata Metro is actively working to reduce its carbon footprint by increasing its reliance on solar power. This initiative is part of a broader effort to promote sustainable infrastructure and combat air pollution in the city.

Rent in DTC Southern Heights ranges from ₹ 19 K to ₹ 25 K with options available for 2 BHK, 3 BHK.

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.

During Q1'2026, average property prices for DTC Southern Heights moved from ₹ 6,250/sqft to ₹ 6,300/sqft, reflecting a 0.80% rise.

Kolkata Metro Construction at Chingrighata Faces Delays

Construction work for the Chingrighata Metro project in Kolkata is stalled and unlikely to resume in March due to the need for traffic diversions and clearance from Kolkata Police. Metro officials are in talks with the police to find a suitable window for construction to recommence, which is crucial for alleviating traffic pressure on the EM Bypass.

Kolkata Metro Purple Line Enhances Services

The Kolkata Metro Purple Line is increasing its weekday services from 80 to 84 trains starting December 1, 2025, to improve connectivity for passengers, especially those using Majerhat station to connect with Eastern Railway trains. The first and last train timings have been revised, with the first train from Joka leaving at 6:40 AM and the last train from Majerhat departing at 9:26 PM.

During Q4'2025, average property prices for DTC Southern Heights moved from ₹ 6,100/sqft to ₹ 6,250/sqft, reflecting a 2.46% rise.