Kolkata Metro sees 32% jump in Durga Puja ridership, carries 61.51 lakh passengers

Kolkata Metro recorded a 32% jump in ridership during the Durga Puja festival period, carrying 61.51 lakh passengers.

The surge reflects the heavy movement of city residents and visitors across Kolkata during the festivities, when crowds throng pandals and markets across the city.

The figures highlight the continued importance of the metro network for daily commuting and festival travel in the city.