The West Bengal government has decided to discontinue the tram service that has been running in Kolkata for years. This service has been operating in Kolkata since 1873, which is about 150 years old. Kolkata's tram service has been an important part of the city's heritage and charm, which is now being discontinued from the state capital.
Tram service to be discontinued in Kolkata
Kolkata's tram service, which is considered the lifeline of the city, is now on the verge of closure. It was started during the British rule, and later it was also implemented in Patna, Chennai, Nashik and Mumbai. However, at present tram services have been stopped in all these cities, and now the process of ending it is being started in Kolkata as well.
Protest by local people
Local residents of Kolkata are protesting after the announcement of the closure of the tram service. According to the ANI report, a local said that this service should not be stopped, as it is an important mode of transport especially for poor people. In today's time, due to inflation, traveling by bus and taxi has become much more expensive than the tram. Apart from this, the tram service is also eco-friendly, as they are powered by electricity.
The government's argument
State Transport Minister Snehasish Chakraborty's reason behind shutting down the tram service is that trams are a slow mode of transport, and people today need faster options. The tram service is being shut down due to increasing traffic jams in Kolkata, but the minister also said that one route, from Esplanade to Maidan, will continue.
Celebrating 150 years of tram service
The tram service in Kolkata started in 1873, and last year in 2023, the service celebrated its 150th anniversary. On this occasion, the state transport minister and other officials attended a ceremony and cut a cake to mark the completion of 150 years of the tram service. The closure of Kolkata's tram service is not only a historic moment for the city, but it is also a big change for the locals. Amidst the government's argument and the protests from local residents, it will be interesting to see how Kolkata's transport system evolves in the future. The tram service has been an important part of Kolkata's identity, and its closure will give a new twist to the city's heritage.
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