Premium

Happening today in Bengal: More Metro service on the Green Line

Chief Secretary Manoj Panth is scheduled to hold a meeting with DMs at Nabanna.

2 min readKolkataNov 22, 2025 08:17 AM IST

The first service will start at 6.32 am from Salt Lake Sector V to Howrah Maidan and at 6.30 am from Howrah Maidan to Salt Lake Sector V. (Express Photo)

There is some good news for Metro commuters in Kolkata with more services on the Green Line. From Saturday, the Metro will operate 202 services (101 UP and 101 DN) on the Green Line instead of the usual 186. The first service will start at 6.32 am from Salt Lake Sector V to Howrah Maidan and at 6.30 am from Howrah Maidan to Salt Lake Sector V. The last Metro will be available at 9.47 pm from Salt Lake Sector V to Howrah Maidan, and 9.45 pm from Howrah Maidan to Salt Lake Sector V.

Chief Secy to hold meeting with DMs, poll prep likely on agenda

A day after the visiting Election Commission (EC) team held a meeting with all the district magistrates of West Bengal over holding the Assembly elections in the state, Chief Secretary Manoj Panth is scheduled to hold a similar meeting with DMs at Nabanna. “This meeting with the DMs is receiving special attention in administrative circles due to its focus on pre-election infrastructure and security preparations,” a senior official said.

According to sources, the chief secretary will thoroughly review the progress in every area, including EVM (Electronic Voting Machine) readiness, technological support, logistics arrangements, and the security blueprint. It is understood that a roadmap will be finalised for the entire process, from EVM testing, storage, and transportation before the polls to the deployment of security forces.

Sweety Kumari

Sweety Kumari is a seasoned journalist reporting from West Bengal for The Indian Express. With over a decade of experience in the media industry and eight years specifically with The Indian Express, she demonstrates considerable Expertise and Authority across a diverse range of critical beats. Experience & Authority Current Role: Journalist, The Indian Express, reporting from West Bengal. Extensive Tenure: Over 10 years of experience in the media industry, with a long association (8 years) with The Indian Express, contributing to a high level of Trustworthiness. Diverse Coverage: Covers crucial beats including Crime, Defence, Health, and Politics, alongside writing on trending topics. Investigative Focus: Possesses a keen eye for investigative and human-interest stories, demonstrating depth and skill in impactful journalism. Beat Versatility: Has honed her craft across diverse beats, including aviation and reporting on various incidents, ensuring well-rounded and comprehensive reportage. Career Start: Began her journalistic journey as an Entertainment and lifestyle journalist with a news portal in Kolkata, providing a foundational understanding of media landscape and audience engagement. Education Advanced Education: Holds a PG in Mass Communication from Jadavpur University, equipping her with advanced media theory and skills. Undergraduate Education: Holds an Honours degree in Journalism from Jaipuria College. Multilingual Skill: Her fluency in English, Hindi, Bengali, and Maithili enhances her reach and capability to connect with diverse sources and communities in the region, adding a layer of accessibility and authenticity to her reporting. Regional Roots: Originally from Bihar, she was brought up and educated in Kolkata (Kendriya Vidyalaya Salt Lake), giving her a deep, personal understanding of the cultural and political nuances of her reporting region. Sweety Kumari's combination of significant experience, specialization in key beats like Crime and Politics, and strong academic background makes her a trusted and authoritative contributor to The Indian Express. ... Read More

Stay updated with the latest - Click here to follow us on Instagram

Tags:
West Bengal

Loading Taboola...