**Kolkata Metro’s Yellow Line Receives Safety Clearance Ahead of Inauguration**
The Yellow Line of the Kolkata Metro, a significant enhancement to the city’s urban transport infrastructure, has officially received safety clearance from the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS). This eagerly anticipated line will connect Kolkata International Airport (Jai Hind Bimanbandar) to Noapara, passing through Dum Dum Cantonment.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate this new metro line, along with two others—the Green Line (Esplanade to Sealdah stretch) and the Orange Line (Ruby to Beliaghata stretch)—on August 22. Following the inauguration, the Prime Minister is expected to hold a rally in the Dum Dum area.
On August 16, Sumeet Singhal, the Commissioner of Railway Safety for the Northern Frontier Circle, conducted a thorough inspection of the Dum Dum Cantonment to Jai Hind Bimanbandar stretch. This inspection involved detailed assessments of critical subsystems, including tracks, trains, and emergency response protocols, all vital for the commencement of passenger services. A trolley inspection was also performed along the same route, and a successful speed trial run was conducted from Jai Hind Bimanbandar to Noapara and back, observed by the CRS and senior Metro Railway officials.
Anuj Mittal, Principal Chief Engineer of Metro Railway, along with other senior officials, was present during the inspection. The CRS expressed satisfaction with the operational readiness of the newly constructed section, paving the way for the commissioning of the line.
With the CRS’s formal approval now secured, the stretch from Noapara to Jai Hind Bimanbandar is ready for launch. The inauguration of this Metro line is highly anticipated during Prime Minister Modi’s upcoming visit to Kolkata.
**FAQ**
*What is the significance of the Yellow Line in Kolkata?*
The Yellow Line will enhance connectivity between Kolkata International Airport and the city, improving urban transport and accessibility for residents and visitors alike.