Archive · 24 Aug 2025
Kolkata Metro Corridor Sees High Ridership on First Full Day
The new Kolkata Metro line had its first full day of service on Saturday.
Lots of people wanted to ride!
There were long lines at the ticket counters and trains were very crowded.
The metro is expected to help many more people get around.
It makes travel faster and easier, even though there are some problems to fix, like long lines and not enough staff at some stations.
Full operation of Kolkata Metro's East-West corridor started on Saturday.
Long queues formed at Sector V station due to high passenger volume.
Authorities anticipate over six lakh daily riders with the full corridor open.
Commuters experienced crowded trains, especially during peak hours.
Passengers acknowledged the improved commute times and convenience.
- Who
- Kolkata Metro Railway and commuters.
- What
- First full day of operation for Kolkata Metro's East-West corridor.
- When
- Saturday, after opening on Friday.
- Where
- Kolkata, India, specifically the East-West Metro corridor.
- Why
- To improve connectivity within the city.
Challenges
Benefits
Commuting Experience
Challenges
Long queues and crowded conditions
Benefits
Improved travel times and convenience
- Event
- Full Operation of East-West Metro
- Date
- Saturday, August 22
- Location
- Kolkata
- Expected Daily Ridership
- Over six lakh
- Route Length
- 16.6 km
- Peak Hour Frequency
- Around 8 minutes
Sources
Train of two cities: Full stretch of Salt lake-Howrah Metro network operational - Telegraph India
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Office-goers, weekenders enjoy seamless travel along fully open East-West corridor of Kolkata Metro
