Growing up in Kolkata, trams have always been more than just a mode of transport for me; it’s been a source of respite from ...

Kolkata's 151-year-old historic tram network, Asia's oldest operating trams since 1873, faces extinction. These vintage beauties have witnessed two World Wars, India's Independence, and modernization.

The dinging bell of a tram rattling through the streets of the Indian city of Kolkata is all it takes for ... but I still waited for the trams," the 18-year-old student said.

Future generations will only know the Tram..through faded photographs and nostalgic tales. RIP Kolkata Trams." End of an Era💔.. Kolkata Tram 🚊 151-Year Legacy Comes to an End.. As the curtains draw ...

With the West Bengal Transport Minister, Snehasish Chakraborty, announcing, in end-September, the virtual closure of trams, ...

From Satyajit Ray’s ‘Mahanagar’ to Anurag Basu’s ‘Barfi!’ — the silver screen has had a long love affair with Kolkata’s trams Frank Bond; Bond Photograph Library, Digital South Asia Library; Rumela ...

Kolkata's iconic tram system ... This decision has ignited protests from residents and experts who assert that trams are crucial for urban mobility and environmental sustainability.

Experience the vibrant and artistic themed pandals of Kali Puja 2024 in Kolkata, featuring iconic elements like trams and ...

Next on the dais were Nabonita and Utpal. They recalled the tram being their favourite dating spot and shared stories of kissing inside empty trams, hawkers selling chatni lozenges, and never-ending ...

Last week, authorities in the Indian city of Kolkata announced plans to eliminate trams entirely, retaining only a small heritage loop. In response, a group of activists is fighting to ensure that ...