Trams To Discontinue Services In Kolkata: End Of A 150-Year Era

Many people in Kolkata are not happy about the decision to stop most tram services. Residents and tram fans are disappointed because they feel the trams are an important part of their city’s history.

Kolkata’s Trams: A 150-Year Journey Comes To An End

The decision to stop most tram services has upset many locals. 

However, the government says they have practical reasons for this decision. The transport minister explained that Kolkata’s streets are narrow, with only 6% of the city being roads. These roads are struggling to handle the slow-moving trams along with all the other vehicles.

They say traffic congestion is already a big problem in Kolkata. 

Gradual Phasing Out Of Kolkata’s Trams?

• Kolkata has already stopped tram services on several routes across the city. This seems to be part of a step-by-step plan to end most tram services.
• As the tram service faces discontinuation, the government plans to keep one special tram line running. This route, from Maidan to Esplanade, will stay open. This means locals and tourists can still enjoy a bit of Kolkata’s old-world charm.
• The state government says this heritage route will offer a nice, environmentally-friendly way to travel in the city. 

Locals Protest Tram Closure

Right now, the Calcutta High Court is looking into this issue. This means the final decision about the trams’ future might change, depending on what the court decides.

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