Dum Dum Road, Kolkata

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.