en.Wedoany.com Reported - Kolkata Metro plans to receive 14 new-generation trains in fiscal year 2027 to enhance capacity, while also initiating the replacement of an escalator at Netaji Bhavan station on the Blue Line. According to an official statement, the replacement involves escalator NJ 3260, which connects the mezzanine level to the Jadubabu Bazar street entrance, and is part of the planned capacity expansion along the Blue Line central corridor.

The escalator service will be suspended from July 9, 2026, with the replacement expected to take approximately six weeks. The temporary shutdown will affect access to the Jadubabu Bazar exit, but other station facilities will remain operational. The adjacent staircase will continue to be available for passengers, and Kolkata Metro reiterated that passengers can use the stairs to enter and exit the station, with updates to be issued once the new escalator is operational. Passengers are advised to allow extra time for entry and exit during the construction period.

The 14 new-generation trains allocated for FY2027 are intended to boost service capacity and improve operational efficiency during peak hours. Officials stated that the additional trains will increase service frequency and help alleviate congestion, though no specific delivery timeline was provided. Transport planners noted that these vehicles are described as modern trains, compatible with existing tracks and depot facilities, and will follow established maintenance procedures to support growing passenger volumes. Officials added that the new trains will enhance comfort and boarding efficiency once operational.

Operational adjustments, including the escalator replacement, are part of a coordinated effort to expand the fleet size while improving passenger experience. The notice was issued on July 9, 2026.