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Kolkata Metro Railway is operated by Metro Railway, Kolkata, which began operations in 1984.
Kolkata Metro operates multiple corridors connecting key residential, commercial, and suburban regions:
Additional corridors are under expansion to improve connectivity to New Town and airport regions.
These lines connect major hubs such as Esplanade, Howrah, Salt Lake, and key residential neighbourhoods.
Kolkata Metro offers modern facilities including:
Kolkata Metro provides:
| VIEW ROUTE | STARTS AT | ENDS AT | TOTAL STOPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Line Route | Kavi Subhash | Dakshineswar | 26 |
| Green Line Route | Howrah Maidan | Salt Lake Sector-V | 12 |
| Purple Line Route | Majerhat | Joka | 7 |
| Yellow Line Route | Jai Hind | Noapara | 4 |
| Organge Line Route | Kavi Subhash | Beleghata | 9 |
Kolkata Metro is operated by Metro Railway, Kolkata, under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India.
Metro services generally operate from early morning around 6:30 AM until approximately 9:30 to 10:30 PM. Timings may vary slightly by line and day.
Yes. The Green Line connects Howrah Maidan, providing access to Howrah Railway Station.
Yes. Smart cards are available for regular commuters and offer convenience and faster entry and exit compared to tokens.
Yes. Metro stations are well connected with WBTC buses, private buses, suburban railway stations, tram services, and ferry terminals.