Archive · 17 Sep 2025
Behala Auto Drivers Fear Metro's Impact on Business
The Purple Line metro in Behala is getting better, with trains running more often.
This is good for people who take the metro, but some auto drivers are worried.
They are concerned that fewer people will take their autos because the metro is faster and more comfortable.
Auto drivers on different routes have noticed a potential decline in passengers, especially once the metro connects to the city center.
Some passengers prefer the metro due to its air conditioning and reduced crowds, while others plan to use it more often as the service improves.
Auto drivers are concerned about losing customers, especially during peak commuting times and ahead of Durga Puja.
Auto drivers in Behala are concerned about a potential loss of passengers due to the improved Purple Line metro service.
The metro service has increased its daily trips to 80 since August, running roughly every 20-24 minutes.
Auto drivers fear the metro will become more appealing to commuters, especially office-goers.
Some passengers already prefer the metro for its comfort, and others plan to use it more.
Auto drivers are worried about the impact on their earnings, especially during peak times.
- Who
- Auto drivers and commuters in Behala
- What
- Fear of reduced business for auto drivers due to improved metro services.
- When
- Ongoing, with concerns heightened as metro frequency increases.
- Where
- Behala, along the Diamond Harbour Road and connecting areas.
- Why
- Increased metro frequency makes it a more attractive alternative, especially for office-goers and daily commuters.
- Metro Line
- Joka-Majherhat (Purple Line)
- Service Frequency (August onwards)
- 80 services daily, 40 in each direction
- First Train
- 6:50 am (Joka and Majherhat)
- Last Train
- 9:14 pm (Joka and Majherhat)
- Intervals between trains
- Approximately 20-24 minutes