Kolkata Metro Orange Line route, map, and latest updates

The Kolkata Metro network, which includes two operational lines covering a total length of around 38 kilometre, is gradually expanding to provide connectivity to other parts of the city. Kolkata Metro Line 6, or the Orange Line, is an under-construction metro line that will connect New Garia with Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport through the satellite towns of Salt Lake and New Town. Commercial operations on the Kavi Subhash to Hemanta Mukhopadhyay section of the Orange Line is expected to begin soon. The Orange Line is expected to be operational by 2026.

The Kolkata Metro Line 6 project was approved in 2010. With a projected daily ridership of 5 Lakh, the metro route is expected to improve connectivity in the city’s southern and eastern parts while enabling smooth access to the airport. Further, the upcoming metro project will significantly impact the real estate market along the route, boosting investment avenues and demand for properties.

The Kolkata Metro network is witnessing expansion. The Joka-Taratala stretch of the Purple Line was inaugurated last year. The expansion will boost connectivity in the southern part of the city, with construction cost of Rs 2,477.25 crore.

See also: Metro Route in Kolkata: East-West Metro Route Map Details

 

Kolkata Metro Orange Line: Construction update

Trial runs on the New Garia- Ruby section began on December 12, 2023. Inspections by the Commissioner of Railway Safety were also conducted on the Orange Line.

The Metro Railway is undergoing trial runs on the Kavi-Subash-Hemanta Mukhopadhyay section. The section has received the required approval from the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS). The metro has completed five round trips using an air-conditioned Medha rake to assess factors such as track conditions, power supply, proper docking of the rake, and the efficiency of station staff. According to media reports, the new metro line is expected to be operational by January 2024.

 

Kolkata Metro Orange Line: Quick facts

Metro Line	Kolkata Metro Line 6 (Orange Line), Airport Metro
Status	Under-construction
Number of stations	24
Length	29.87
Operating speed	80 kmph
Developed by	Kolkata Metro Rail Corportation
Operator	Metro Railway, Kolkata
Connecting lines	Blue Line, Green Line and Yellow Line
Termini	Kavi Subhash (south) Biman Bandar (north)

 

Kolkata Metro Orange Line: Stations list

Station name	Layout	Interchange
Jai Hind / Biman Bandar	Underground	Yellow Line
VIP Road / Haldiram	Elevated	Green Line
Chinar Park	Elevated
City Centre – 2	Elevated
Mangaldeep	Elevated
Eco Park	Elevated
Mother’s Wax Museum	Elevated
Shiksha Tirtha	Elevated
Biswa Bangla Convention Centre	Elevated
Swapno Bhor	Elevated
Nazrul Tirtha	Elevated
Nabadiganta	Elevated
Salt Lake Sector-V	Elevated	Green Line
Nalban	Elevated
Gour Kishore Ghosh	Elevated
Beleghata	Elevated
Barun Sengupta	Elevated
Ritwik Ghatak	Elevated
VIP Bazar	Elevated
Hemanta Mukhopadhyay	Elevated
Kavi Sukanta	Elevated
Jyotirindra Nandi	Elevated
Satyajit Ray	Elevated
Kavi Subhash	At Grade	Blue Line

 

The Kolkata Metro Line 6 comprises 24 metro stations and four interchange stations.

 

Kolkata Metro Orange Line: Map

Source: themetrorailguy.com

 

Kolkata Metro Line 6: Fare

Metro Station	Metro fare till Mukhopadhyay Station	Metro Line
Dakshineswar or Dum Dum	Rs 45	Blue Line
Kalighat, Park Street, Esplanade or Chandni Chowk	Rs 40	Blue Line
Mahanayak Uttam Kumar (Tollygunge)	Rs 35	Blue Line
Kavi Subhash	Rs 20	Orange Line

 

The KMRCL has implemented a Single Ticket System for commuting from the Blue Line to the Orange Line, which is expected to save time and money. The Kolkata Metro fare ranges between Rs 20 and Rs 45.

 

Kolkata Metro Line 6: Real estate impact

Kolkata was the first Indian city where the metro rail urban mass rapid transit system was introduced, and operations started in 1984. The Kolkata Metro network is a lifeline for commuters travelling to different parts of the city. The development of the Orange Metro Line is expected to boost connectivity and ease traffic congestion in the city.

An upcoming infrastructure project has a significant impact on the value of land in the area. With the expansion of the Kolkata metro network, the areas along the corridor have emerged as preferred real estate destinations by developers, investors, and home seekers. Moreover, it has led to a steady rise in property prices. The prices are expected to rise in future, especially in areas around 4-5 kms from the metro stations.

Owing to easy access, growth of employment opportunities and affordable commuting experience, the localities along the Kolkata Metro Orange Line route have witnessed a substantial rise in demand for commercial properties.

 

FAQs

Is Hemanta Mukherjee metro station open?

The Kavi Subhash to Hemanta Mukhopadhyay section, which is located on the Kolkata Metro Line 6, is expected to be operational by December 2023.

Is there any metro from Sealdah to New Town?

There is no direct metro connectivity between Sealdah and New Town.

Which was the first metro in India?

The Metro Railway, Kolkata, was the first metro network introduced in India.

Is metro available from the Kolkata airport?

The Kolkata Metro Airport station is expected to be operational by December 2025.

Does New Town Kolkata have metro?

The Kolkata Metro Orange Line will pass through New Town.

How many stations does the Kolkata Metro Orange Line have?

The Kolkata Metro Line 6, also known as the Orange Line, comprises 24.

What is the construction Kolkata Metro Orange Line have?

The estimated cost for the development of the Kolkata Metro orange project is Rs 3951.98 crore.

Who is the owner of Kolkata Metro?

The Metro Railway, Kolkata, owns and operates Kolkata Metro.

Is Kolkata Metro available on Sunday?

Kolkata Metro train services are available from 9 AM to 10:45 PM on Sundays.

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