METRO RAILWAY
KOLKATA
PRESS RELEASE
SIGNIFICANT INCREASE OF SMART CARD SALES DURING PUJA DAYS
KOLKATA: 31.10.2023
Metro Railway has played a pivotal role for a hassle-free journey for commuters who normally use the road transport to reach their destinations during the Puja Days. For the convenience of the passengers, Metro Railway has introduced Smart Cards for the passengers to avoid the inconvenience to stand in the long queues to purchase tokens and this has gained immense popularity among the Metro commuters.
During Durga Puja 2023 i.e. from Chaturthi to Dashami, the use of Smart Cards by the Metro commuters in Blue Line has surpassed the expectations of the Metro Authorities. From Chaturthi to Dashami, Metro commuters have purchased new 20501 Smart Cards which are 1793 ( or 9% more) more than the previous year’s Durga Puja. Specially pandal hoppers have used these Smart Cards for smooth and happy journeys. The detailed figures are mentioned below:
| SMART CARDS ISSUED IN 2023 IN BLUE LINE |
| Chaturthi | 3555 |
| Panchami | 4307 |
| Sasthi | 4243 |
| Saptami | 4183 |
| Astami | 2379 |
| Nabami | 1448 |
| Dashami | 386 |
| Total | 20501 |
In addition to this, ‘Metro Ride Kolkata’ App has also helped to increase the popularity of Smart Cards amongst the Metro Commuters as Commuters can recharge their Smart Cards any time from the comforts of their homes.
(Kausik Mitra)
Chief Public Relations Officer
