State's Transport Minister said slow-moving trams, which move along the roads creating traffic jams in peak hours, cannot be run in the present situation as commuters need faster modes of transportation.

The West Bengal government has announced plans to discontinue the 150-year-old tram service in Kolkata, citing traffic congestion issues. Transport Minister Snehasis Chakraborty stated that these slow-moving trams contribute to peak hour traffic jams,

Tram lovers, however, have decided to hit the streets in protest against the decision. Kolkata is the only city in the country where trams continue to operate.

The West Bengal government has decided to discontinue Kolkata's iconic 150-year-old tram service, except for a short heritage route from Maidan to Esplanade, according to Transport Minister Snehasis Chakraborty.

The decision, driven by the need for faster transportation amidst rising traffic congestion, has sparked protests from tram enthusiasts

West Bengal government announces discontinuation of Kolkata's iconic trams, retaining only the heritage stretch from Maidan to Esplanade. The decision follows concerns over the trams' slow pace and inconvenience,

Kolkata: Transport Minister Snehasis Chakraborty announced that the government of West Bengal will soon end the 150-year-old tram service in Kolkata, except for one heritage route from Maidan to Esplanade.

Kolkata is the only city that still operates trams. Now, the tram lovers in the city have decided to protest against the decision to discontinue them.