Kolkata to join Centre’s water metro project, says West Bengal CM
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that Kolkata will become the 18th city to join the Union government's water metro project. The state is also coordinating with the Ministry of Shipping to develop maritime infrastructure and a new deep-sea port.
Why it matters
This represents a significant infrastructure development initiative aimed at improving inland water transport and maritime economic opportunities in West Bengal.
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Thursday (June 4, 2026) said that Kolkata will join the Union government’s water metro project.
The article reports on government infrastructure announcements and inter-governmental cooperation.
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