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Kolkata’s Orange Line will begin trial runs between Chingrighata and Sector V on October 10, Mahalaya, accelerating long-promised connectivity to the IT hub. “The trial run of trains is likely to start from Oct 10. It will continue for the next one month or more as a lot of software alignment, syncing and other necessary checks will be executed,” an RVNL official said. Authorities are aiming for a Christmas opening on this stretch.
The breakthrough follows closure of the 366‑metre gap at Chingrighata and a push‑trolley inspection on September 17. Wheels have already rolled across the EM Bypass crossing, validating the new viaduct. Earlier, Kolkata Police permitted weekend midnight‑to‑5am blocks in May to launch girders, and RVNL finished ahead of schedule, restoring traffic earlier than planned. Expect fewer detours around EM Bypass and Salt Lake as construction barricades recede.
Kolkata Metro Orange Line stretch and stations
The trials cover the Beleghata to IT Centre (Sector V) section, adding three stations: Gour Kishore Ghosh, Nalban, and Sector V. At Sector V, a new footbridge links the Green Line’s Sector V station to Orange Line’s IT Centre, enabling an elevated, signal‑free interchange. South‑bound riders already interchange with the Blue Line at Kavi Subhash, tightening network coverage for daily office trips.
Chingrighata–Sector V trial runs: timings, targets, advisories
Trials begin on October 10 and are planned for at least a month, per RVNL. If testing stays on track, passenger services could start around Christmas, while the Metro general manager has set December 31 as the outer target. Safety sanction from the Commissioner of Railway Safety remains mandatory before opening. Commuters should watch Kolkata Traffic Police and Metro Railway channels for night‑time alerts.
EM Bypass–Salt Lake commuter impact and what to expect next
During trials, occasional late‑night test movements may be flagged by police advisories; daytime traffic should remain steady. Once Sector V opens, south Kolkata workers can ride Orange to Kavi Subhash, switch to Blue if needed, and use the new elevated interchange at Sector V for Green, avoiding EM Bypass snarls. For live guidance, follow @KPTrafficDept, @metrorailwaykol, and Rail Vikas Nigam updates.