06 May2026
Railways Approves ₹895.30 Crore Projects for Kolkata Metro Upgrade and Bridge Strengthening
Indian Railways has sanctioned projects worth ₹895.30 crore to enhance the power systems of Kolkata Metro and strengthen critical bridge infrastructure in West Bengal. The Kolkata Metro Rail upgrade, receiving ₹671.72 crore, will involve installing new traction substations and upgrading power supply systems, aiming to enable train operations at 2.5-minute intervals.
Source: ET Infra, eGov Magazine