Kolkata Metro services on the Esplanade to Howrah Maidan stretch of the Green Line 2 will remain suspended on January 12 and 19, due to an essential interlocking test for the Communication-Based Train Control (CBTC) system.
Critical Step for Integration of East-West Corridor
The interlocking test is a critical step for the integration of both hardware and software in the 16.6 km East-West Corridor, extending from Howrah Maidan to Salt Lake Sector V. This test is necessary to ensure the proper functioning of the system before the commencement of full services along the corridor.
A Metro Railway official stated that services on the entire East-West Corridor, connecting Howrah Maidan and Salt Lake Sector V, are expected to begin in the coming months, with the interlocking test being a key part of the preparations.
Currently, Metro services on the Green Line operate between Esplanade and Howrah Maidan, as well as between Sealdah and Salt Lake Sector V. The integration of CBTC will mark a significant step forward in the expansion of Kolkata’s Metro network.