PM to inaugurate Kolkata Metro’s new Yellow Line that will directly link the city to the airport, marking a significant milestone in the urban transport expansion of eastern India. This long-awaited development is expected to ease traffic congestion, reduce travel time, and provide passengers with modern metro connectivity to one of the busiest transit hubs in the region.
According to officials, the new Yellow Line has received final safety and operational clearance from authorities, paving the way for its grand launch. The project has been designed to enhance last-mile connectivity to the airport while also supporting Kolkata’s growing population and rising demand for fast, affordable, and efficient transport options. The inauguration of the Yellow Line will bring Kolkata Metro closer to completing its vision of a well-connected, multi-corridor network that matches the standards of Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. This project has been executed with advanced engineering methods to ensure minimal disruption to surface traffic during construction and to provide world-class infrastructure for passengers.
Once operational, the Yellow Line will enable seamless connectivity between central Kolkata and Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport. Currently, passengers often rely on cabs, private vehicles, or buses, which are subject to delays due to heavy traffic along major arterial roads. The new metro line is expected to reduce travel time drastically, providing a predictable, cost-effective, and eco-friendly travel option. Officials also stated that the new corridor will be equipped with modern features, including automatic fare collection, CCTV surveillance, improved safety systems, and stations designed with universal accessibility in mind. The line is also being integrated with other existing and upcoming metro corridors to create a smooth interchange system for passengers across Kolkata’s rapidly growing metro network.
The introduction of the Yellow Line is part of the broader metro expansion strategy aimed at supporting the government’s vision of improving urban mobility across India’s metro cities. By connecting key residential, business, and transit hubs, the project is also expected to drive economic growth, improve urban planning, and contribute to reducing pollution by encouraging more commuters to shift from private vehicles to public transport. With the Prime Minister set to inaugurate the line, the Yellow Line is not just a transport project but a symbol of Kolkata’s transformation into a more connected and sustainable city. The development has also generated excitement among citizens who are eagerly awaiting the convenience of reaching the airport without traffic-related uncertainties.
As the metro network expands, Kolkata is now set to join the ranks of Indian cities with direct metro-airport links, a step that will further boost tourism, business travel, and the overall ease of living in the city.
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